Peaches with meringue
6 servings
50 minutes
Peaches with meringue are an exquisite dessert of Italian cuisine, where the tenderness of the fruit harmoniously combines with airy, slightly crispy meringue. Grilled peaches soaked in fragrant butter become soft and reveal their sweet flavor. They are complemented by a light protein mass with hints of ground almonds and orange liqueur, creating a layered taste pleasure. The finishing touch is a sprinkle of grated almonds that adds textural contrast. This dessert is perfect as an elegant ending to dinner, especially accompanied by a cup of strong espresso. The dish has a unique aroma and a delicate balance of sweetness and light nut bitterness, making it a favorite among lovers of refined flavor combinations.
1
Place the peaches in a small baking dish. Melt the butter and pour it over the peaches. Place the dish under a preheated grill and keep it there for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, flip the peaches, and bake for another 5 minutes.
- Canned peaches: 850 g
- Butter: 25 g
2
At this time, beat the egg whites to a stable foam, adding powdered sugar one spoon at a time until all the sugar is combined with the egg whites. Add ground almonds and gently pour in the liqueur.
- Egg white: 1 piece
- Icing sugar: 55 g
- Ground almonds: 25 g
- Orange liqueur: 2 tablespoons
3
Spread the mixture over the peaches and sprinkle with finely chopped almonds or a nut mix. Hold under the grill for 4 minutes until the meringue turns brown. Serve.
- Grated almonds: 25 g
- Ground almonds: 25 g
