Hazelnut Meringues

Crisp, airy, and effortlessly elegant, these Hazelnut Meringues are a delightful treat that melts in your mouth while delivering a nutty crunch in every bite. Made with just a handful of ingredients—fluffy egg whites, sugar, a hint of creamy vanilla, and the warm, toasty flavor of finely chopped hazelnuts—these confections are surprisingly easy to prepare, yet look and taste impressively sophisticated. The addition of cream of tartar ensures perfectly stabilized peaks, while slow baking creates their signature light and crisp texture. Perfect for tea parties, holiday dessert spreads, or as a gluten-free indulgence, these meringues are sure to impress. With just 20 minutes of prep time, followed by hands-off baking, you’ll have a batch of irresistible, homemade sweetness ready to brighten any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 large Egg whites
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar
• 50 grams Finely chopped toasted hazelnuts
• 1 Pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 120°C (250°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a clean, dry bowl, add the egg whites and a pinch of salt. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 3

Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form.

Step 4

Gradually add the granulated sugar one tablespoon at a time, ensuring it dissolves completely before adding more. Continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.

Step 5

Gently fold in the vanilla extract and finely chopped toasted hazelnuts using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the meringue.

Step 6

Using two spoons, drop small mounds of the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space in between each mound.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, or until the meringues are dry to the touch and can easily lift off the parchment paper.

Step 8

Turn off the oven, crack the door open slightly, and let the meringues cool completely inside the oven to prevent cracking.

Step 9

Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	387.3 grams (387.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1159

Total Fat 30.40g	39%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 360mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate 212.50g	77%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 203.60g
Protein 21.60g	43%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 67mg	5%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 693mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.6%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 70.2%