Meringue Nests with Fresh Cherries and Butterscotch Sauce

Crispy meringue nests topped with simmered cherries in a rich wine reduction and creamy homemade butterscotch sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1213 kcals 4852.1 kcals
Carbohydrates 112.9 grams 451.5 grams
Fat 83.2 grams 332.6 grams
Protein 3.3 grams 13.2 grams
Cook Time
105 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
100
g
250
ml
Double Cream
whipped lightly
284
ml
Double Cream
for serving
Fruits
225
g
Cherries
fresh, stones removed
Liquids
Other
4
piece
Egg Whites
large free-range

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 150°C and line a tray with greaseproof paper.
  • Whisk egg whites in a bowl until they form soft peaks.
  • Gradually whisk in caster sugar until the mixture is shiny and stiff.
  • Spoon mounds of the mixture onto the tray and bake for 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to 110°C and bake for 60 to 90 minutes until crisp.
  • Simmer cherries, orange juice, jelly, molasses, and sugar in a pan.
  • Add dessert wine and remove cherries once soft using a slotted spoon.
  • Reduce the liquid to a coating consistency and return cherries to the sauce.
  • Melt butter in a pan for the butterscotch sauce.
  • Add brown sugar and stir until completely dissolved.
  • Mix in double cream and vanilla, bring to the boil, and beat vigorously.
  • Serve nests decorated with whipped cream, cherries, and warm butterscotch sauce.