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Meringue Topping

Makes about 3 cups

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (60 grams) water
  • 2 large egg whites (60 grams), room temperature
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ½ teaspoon (1.5 grams) kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon (2 grams) vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon (2 grams) coffee extract

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, bring sugar and ¼ cup (60 grams) water to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Cook until a candy thermometer registers 248°F (120°C).
  • Meanwhile, in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg whites and cream of tartar at medium speed until soft peaks form.
  • With mixer on high speed, add hot sugar syrup to egg white mixture in a slow, steady stream, being careful not to hit sides of bowl. Beat until smooth, glossy peaks form, about 3 minutes. Fold in salt and extracts. Use immediately.
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