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Pistachio & Raspberry Meringue Nests

Delightful Pistachio & Raspberry Meringue Nests for Spring

These Pistachio & Raspberry Meringue Nests are gluten-free, elegant treats with crispy shells and a fluffy center, perfect for spring gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 nests
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue Nests
  • 3 large Egg Whites room temperature
  • 1 cup Sugar finely granulated
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Potato Starch
For the Raspberry Sauce
  • 2 cups Raspberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon Agar Agar or Potato Starch or cornstarch as alternative
For the Cream Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream chill before whipping
  • 1 cup Mascarpone
  • 1/2 cup Pistachio Paste substitutes: almond or hazelnut paste
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Mini Chocolate Eggs
  • 1/2 cup White Chocolate Shavings
  • 1 cup Additional Fresh Raspberries

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • piping bag
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to a low temperature of 80–90°C (176–194°F) without the fan. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean bowl, whip room temperature egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Add lemon juice.
  3. Gradually incorporate sugar while whisking on high speed until glossy with stiff peaks.
  4. Fold in potato starch gently with a spatula to maintain airiness.
  5. Transfer meringue to a piping bag and pipe small rounds onto the baking sheet to form nests.
  6. Bake for 3–4 hours until completely dry. Turn off oven and leave to cool inside.
  7. Prepare raspberry sauce by heating raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan until thickened.
  8. Whip chilled heavy cream and mascarpone until soft peaks form; fold in pistachio paste.
  9. Once cooled, fill each meringue nest with raspberry sauce and pistachio cream.
  10. Garnish with optional toppings and serve to impress your guests!

Nutrition

Serving: 1nestCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure egg whites are room temperature and handle meringue gently to keep it airy.

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