Soft Meringues with Caramelised Figs

Whisked egg whites poached in milk, served with dried figs simmered in a red wine and sugar syrup.

Vegetarian Dessert French Figs Egg Whites

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

912.4

kcal / serving

912.4 kcal total

Carbs

172.5g

per serving

172.5 g total

Fat

10.2g

per serving

10.2 g total

Protein

26.8g

per serving

26.8 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

person

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

Caster Sugar

for the meringues

Cornflour

equivalent to 1 tsp

Caster Sugar

for the caramelised figs; approx 4 tbsp

Dairy

570

Milk

Fruits

Dried Figs

chopped

Liquids

Red Wine

equivalent to 4 tbsp

NutsSeeds

pod

Vanilla Pod

seeds removed

Other

piece

Egg Whites

free-range

Method

Whisk egg whites in a bowl until soft peaks form.

Add sugar, vanilla seeds, and cornflour, whisking until stiff peaks form.

Heat 570ml of milk in a large saucepan to a gentle simmer.

Poach spoonfuls of the egg mixture in the simmering milk for three minutes.

Combine red wine, additional sugar, and figs in a small pan over medium heat.

Cook for four minutes until figs are heated through and syrupy.

Serve the poached meringue on a plate topped with the caramelised figs.