15 delicious meringue recipes from around the world
A beloved Bosnian dessert featuring layers of light, airy meringue sandwiched between two sheets of crisp puff pastry, all coated in a sweet vanilla glaze. It's a delicate and refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
Delicate shortcrust jam tarts filled with apricot jam and topped with a sweet, chewy coconut meringue, then baked until golden. A beloved South African treat.
A classic British summer dessert featuring a delightful mix of crushed meringue, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, creating a delightful textural and flavour contrast.
Rákóczi Túrós is a beloved Hungarian dessert, a delightful cake featuring a crisp shortcrust base, a creamy túró (cottage cheese) filling, and a fluffy meringue topping, often adorned with apricot jam. It's a classic 'hungaricum' known for its balanced sweet and tangy flavors.
Zefir is a traditional Russian confection, similar to a soft, airy marshmallow or meringue. It's known for its delicate texture and subtle sweetness, often made with a fruit base.
A classic New Zealand dessert, Pavlova is a meringue-based cake with a crisp crust and soft, marshmallow-like filling, traditionally topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit.
A celebrated Swiss cake from Zug, featuring layers of almond-meringue (Japonais), light sponge cake, and a kirsch-infused buttercream. It's known for its distinctive pink hue and delicate flavor.
A classic Portuguese dessert featuring delicate, cloud-like meringue 'islands' gently poached and served afloat in a rich, creamy vanilla custard. Often dusted with cinnamon for a warm, aromatic finish.
Haagse Bluf is a traditional Dutch sweet treat, a fluffy, meringue-like confection with a distinct anise flavor. It's airy, light, and often enjoyed as a simple dessert or sweet snack.
A classic French dessert featuring ethereal poached meringue 'islands' floating on a rich, vanilla-infused crème anglaise, all drizzled with delicate caramel threads. It's a light, elegant, and visually stunning treat.
A classic Peruvian dessert from Lima, featuring a rich dulce de leche custard base topped with a light and airy port wine meringue. It's known for its intense sweetness and is often described as a 'Lima woman's sigh'.
Delicate and fragrant German cinnamon star cookies, a classic Christmas treat. These cookies feature a crisp almond base topped with a sweet meringue glaze.
A classic Australian pavlova elevated with the unique, coffee-and-chocolate notes of native wattleseed, offering a delightful textural contrast and a taste of the Australian bush.
A beloved Australian icon, this pavlova features a crisp, golden meringue shell with a delightfully soft, marshmallow-like center. It's generously topped with whipped cream and a vibrant medley of fresh fruits, making it a perfect centerpiece for any celebration.
Cloud Bread is a light and fluffy meringue-based treat, made with beaten egg whites, sugar, and cornflour, then baked until golden. This whimsical version incorporates various food colorings to create a vibrant, cloud-like appearance.
