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Meringue Roulade

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An airy, elegant dessert that balances crisp meringue with a rich, creamy filling, perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 5 egg whites, at room temperature (150g)
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (12g) granulated sugar for sprinkling (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Confectioners’ sugar for dusting
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 1/3 cup (40g) confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract
  • 4 ounces (113g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • Optional: lemon curd and/or jam
  • Optional garnishes: homemade whipped cream, fresh fruit (berries, lemon slices), crushed pistachios

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (149°C). Place a rack in the center of the oven.
  2. Process 1 cup of granulated sugar until superfine.
  3. In a grease-free bowl, whip the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add the superfine sugar while continuing to beat, then add the cream of tartar.
  5. Gently mix in the cornstarch, vanilla bean paste, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  6. Spread a little meringue in the corners of a jelly roll pan and line the pan with parchment paper.
  7. Spread the meringue in an even layer on the parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until set and slightly golden.
  9. Cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack.
  10. Carefully invert the meringue onto a sugared kitchen towel.
  11. Roll the meringue up with the towel and let it cool completely in this shape.
  12. Prepare the filling by whipping the heavy cream with the confectioners’ sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  13. Beat the cream cheese until smooth and fold in the whipped cream mixture.
  14. Unroll the cooled meringue, spread the cream filling evenly, and add lemon curd or jam if desired.
  15. Roll it back up to form a spiraled roulade and dust with confectioners’ sugar before serving.
  16. Garnish with whipped cream, fresh fruit, and crushed pistachios if desired.

Notes

Serve sliced for a light yet indulgent dessert. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings.

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Keywords: meringue, roulade, dessert, cream cheese, seasonal dessert

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