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Ingredients
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2 tablespoons white sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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½ cup water
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3 egg whites
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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5 tablespoons white sugar
Directions
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Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (225 degrees C).
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In a small saucepan combine 2 tablespoons sugar and cornstarch. Mix well then whisk in water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thick and clear. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
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In a large mixing bowl combine egg whites, salt, and vanilla extract. Beat until soft mounds form. Gradually add 5 tablespoons sugar, beating well after each addition.
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Continue to beat egg white mixture while slowly pouring in cornstarch syrup. Beat until stiff peaks form.
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Spread meringue on top of pie, or pipe desired shapes onto parchment-lined baking sheet using a large pastry tip.
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Bake in preheated oven for 12 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
57 | Calories |
13g | Carbs |
1g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 57 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Sodium 94mg | 4% |
Total Carbohydrate 13g | 5% |
Total Sugars 11g | |
Protein 1g | 3% |
Calcium 1mg | 0% |
Potassium 21mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.