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Meringue Christmas Wreath Recipe

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This festive Meringue Christmas Wreath is a light and elegant dessert perfect for holiday gatherings. Crisp on the outside and soft inside, the meringue circles are topped with a rich mascarpone whipped cream and decorated with vibrant fresh fruits and rosemary, creating a beautiful and delicious centerpiece.

Ingredients

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Meringue

  • 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup caster sugar (superfine sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Whipped Cream Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups Shamrock Farms Heavy Whipping Cream, very cold
  • 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 drops natural green food coloring

Decoration

  • Strawberries
  • Raspberries
  • Sugared cranberries
  • Pomegranate seeds
  • Rosemary sprigs
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 225˚F (110˚C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Beat Egg Whites: Add the room temperature egg whites to the bowl of a stand mixer and beat on medium speed for 1 minute until they become foamy.
  3. Add Sugar Gradually: Increase mixer speed to high and add the caster sugar one spoonful at a time, pausing between additions, then beat for about 8 minutes until the meringue is glossy and forms stiff peaks. Add cornstarch, white vinegar, and vanilla extract, then beat for another 30 seconds just to combine.
  4. Pipe Meringue Circles: Use a small amount of meringue to stick the parchment paper corners to the baking sheet. Using a round piping tip, pipe 2-inch meringue circles spaced 1 inch apart on the parchment. Use a small spoon to create an indentation in the center of each circle to hold the cream topping.
  5. Bake and Cool Meringues: Bake the meringue circles for 60-75 minutes until dry to the touch. Turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside to cool completely for 2 hours to prevent cracking.
  6. Make Mascarpone Whipped Cream: In a cold bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and green food coloring at medium speed for 1-2 minutes until soft peaks form.
  7. Assemble the Wreath: Arrange the cooled meringue circles in a wreath shape on a serving platter. Pipe the whipped cream onto each meringue using two piping tips: a larger tip to fill the center and a smaller tip for gaps and decoration.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Decorate the wreath with fresh strawberries, raspberries, sugared cranberries, pomegranate seeds, and rosemary sprigs. Just before serving, dust with powdered sugar for a snowy effect.

Notes

  • Make sure the egg whites are at room temperature for better volume in the meringue.
  • Slowly add sugar to ensure it dissolves completely, resulting in a smooth, glossy meringue.
  • Do not open the oven during baking to prevent the meringues from collapsing.
  • Allow the meringues to cool completely in the oven to avoid cracks caused by sudden temperature changes.
  • Use a stand mixer for best results in beating egg whites and whipped cream.
  • The green food coloring in the whipped cream adds a festive touch but is optional.

Keywords: meringue, Christmas wreath, holiday dessert, mascarpone whipped cream, festive dessert

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