How to Rescue a Failed Meringue: Expert Tips

Learn effective techniques to save a failed meringue with expert tips and tricks.

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Save a failed meringue by whisking in an extra egg white at room temperature to restore volume. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until soft peaks form. If it’s overbeaten, folding in another egg white can also help bring it back.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What causes meringue to fail? Meringue can fail due to excess moisture, using plastic utensils, or overbeating the egg whites.
  2. Can I fix overbeaten meringue? Yes, you can fix overbeaten meringue by folding in an extra room temperature egg white.
  3. How do you know when meringue is done? Meringue is done when it has formed stiff peaks and is glossy and smooth.
  4. What should I do with failed meringue? You can try to salvage it by adding more egg whites or using it in recipes where appearance is less crucial.

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