Meringue Definition

A meringue is a dessert consisting of a light and airy mixture of sugar, egg whites, and sometimes flavorings or colorings, baked in a pastry shell and often served as a topping for pies or as a dessert on its own.

Types of Meringue

Italian Meringue
Suisse Meringue
Bavarian Meringue

Interesting Facts

Can be used as a topping for just about anything, but it's best with pie
Is essentially just egg whites and sugar, but somehow it's more complicated than that

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