Delicate Cardamom Rose Meringues

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Delicate Cardamom Rose Meringues.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a gentle 250°F (120°C). While the oven warms up, line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure your meringues don’t stick.

2. Step 2

   In a mixing bowl, combine the egg whites and cream of tartar. Using an electric mixer, beat them on high speed until you achieve stiff peaks. This means the mixture should hold its shape firmly when you lift the beaters out.

3. Step 3

   Next, in a saucepan, mix together the sugar, water, rose extract, ground cardamom, salt, and if you like, a drop of red food coloring for a lovely hue. Heat this mixture over low heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. Allow it to simmer for a minute or two, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

4. Step 4

   Now comes the fun part! Very slowly, pour the warm syrup into the whipped egg whites in a thin stream while continuing to beat on high speed. Keep mixing until the syrup is fully incorporated and the meringue becomes stiff and glossy. This is the magic moment when your meringue transforms!

5. Step 5

   Using a spoon or a piping bag fitted with a star tip, drop spoonfuls or pipe beautiful rosettes of the meringue onto your prepared baking sheet. Let your creativity shine here!

6. Step 6

   Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the meringues for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until they are hard to the touch. Once done, turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside. This step is crucial as it allows the insides to finish baking without cracking.

7. Step 7

   Once cooled, your delicate cardamom rose meringues are ready to be enjoyed! They make a lovely treat for tea time or a charming addition to any dessert platter.