Strawberry Matcha Meringues Recipe
Light and airy Strawberry Matcha Meringues combine the delicate bitterness of matcha green tea with the sweet, fruity crunch of freeze-dried strawberries. These crisp, melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for a sophisticated dessert or a delightful tea-time snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: About 24 meringues 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Meringue
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
Instructions
- Prepare the egg whites: Ensure your mixing bowl and whisk are completely clean and dry. Separate the egg whites from the yolks, making sure no yolk gets mixed in, as fat can prevent proper whipping.
- Whip the meringue: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the egg whites on medium speed until they become frothy. Gradually add the sugar a tablespoon at a time while increasing the mixer speed to high, and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form. Gently fold in the matcha powder until fully incorporated without deflating the meringue.
- Pipe the meringues: Transfer the meringue mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip. Pipe small, evenly spaced mounds onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Lightly sprinkle the crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top of each meringue mound to add flavor and texture.
- Bake low and slow: Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C). Bake the meringues for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until they are dry to the touch and easily lift off the parchment. Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside with the door slightly ajar for an additional hour to help them dry out completely and develop their characteristic crisp crispness.
Notes
- Use room temperature egg whites for better volume while whipping.
- If you don’t have freeze-dried strawberries, finely chopped dehydrated strawberries can be substituted.
- Store meringues in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness.
- Ensure no moisture is present as meringues can become sticky.
- Be careful not to overmix after adding matcha to avoid deflating the meringue.
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