Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 0.5 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light corn syrup
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1 teaspoon gelatin bloomed in 1 tablespoon water (optional)
Instructions
- Ensure that your mixing bowl and beaters are scrupulously clean and dry.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat without stirring.
- Heat the syrup until it reaches 240°F using a candy thermometer.
- Lower the mixer speed and slowly pour the hot syrup into the whipped egg whites.
- Increase mixer speed to high and beat for 7 to 10 minutes until thick and glossy.
- Add vanilla extract (and almond extract, if using) in the last minute of whipping.
- If desired, gently fold in the bloomed gelatin for extra stability.
- Use immediately or store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Notes
Perfect for pairing with various desserts. Feel free to customize flavors with spices or extracts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg