Meringues with passion fruit and mascarpone cream

8 servings

60 minutes

Meringue with passion fruit and mascarpone cream is the embodiment of French elegance and culinary refinement. The history of meringue dates back to the 18th century when delicate protein clouds captured the hearts of gourmets. In this dessert, crispy, airy meringues harmoniously blend with the exotic aroma of passion fruit and the silky mascarpone cream. The light tartness of the fruit highlights the sweetness of the protein base, creating a perfect balance of flavors. The dish not only delights with its refined taste but also looks stunning—fragile meringue clouds adorned with golden passion fruit seeds and creamy softness of mascarpone. This dessert is perfect for a romantic dinner or special evening, impressing with its taste and sophisticated style.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 237.7
• Proteins: 5.9g
• Fats: 13.2g
• Carbohydrates: 23.9g

Ingredients

• Egg white: 2 pc
• Powdered sugar: 120 g
• Mascarpone cheese: 250 g
• Soft cottage cheese: 200 g
• Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
• Passion fruit: 6 pc

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 150 degrees.

2. For meringue, pour the egg whites into a large bowl and beat with a mixer on low speed for 2 minutes, then increase to medium speed and beat for another minute. Switch to the highest speed and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Without stopping, gradually add 110 grams of powdered sugar until a smooth and silky mixture is achieved.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg white: 2 pieces
   • Powdered sugar: 120 g

3. Using a dessert spoon, place 8 portions of whipped egg whites on pre-prepared baking paper at a small distance from each other. In the center of each portion, make indentations with the back of the spoon (don't worry if the meringues don't look alike). Place the baking tray on the center rack of the oven, immediately reduce the temperature to 140 degrees, and leave for 30 minutes. Turn off the oven and let the meringues dry inside for about 4 hours or overnight.

4. In a bowl, whisk together mascarpone, soft cottage cheese, 3 grams of powdered sugar, vanilla, and the pulp with seeds from 2 passion fruits.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mascarpone cheese: 250 g
   • Soft cottage cheese: 200 g
   • Powdered sugar: 120 g
   • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
   • Passion fruit: 6 pieces

5. Spread the remaining passion fruit pulp with seeds on the meringues, decorate with mascarpone cream, and sprinkle with powdered sugar on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Passion fruit: 6 pieces
   • Mascarpone cheese: 250 g
   • Powdered sugar: 120 g