Meringue Shells with Fresh Fruit
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Baked meringue shells, tangy yogurt, and fresh fruit add up to a dreamy low-fat dessert. Expect the meringue shells under the yogurt and fruit to have a soft, marshmallow-like texture.


Meringue Shells with Fresh Fruit

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Servings: Makes 6 servings.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
Related Categories: Kiwi, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Meringue, Strawberries, Strawberry Desserts
 
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Ingredients
  • 2 
    egg whites
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    vanilla
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  • 1/8  teaspoon
    cream of tartar
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  • 1/2  cup
    sugar
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  • 1  8-ounce carton
    fruit-flavored low-fat yogurt
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  • 2  cups
    sliced strawberries
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  • 1 
    kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced
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Directions
1.
Allow egg whties to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line a large baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Draw six 3- to 4-inch circles on the paper; set aside.
2.
For meringue, in a medium mixing bowl beat egg whites, vanilla, and cream of tartar with electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form. Add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high speed until very stiff peaks form and sugar is almost dissolved (about 7 minutes).
3.
Spread or pipe meringue over circles on paper, building up sides to form shells. Bake in a 300 degree F. oven for 35 minutes.
4.
Turn off oven; let meringue dry in oven with door closed for 1 hour. Do not open oven. Lift meringues off paper.
5.
To serve, spoon yogurt into shells. Arrange fruit atop yogurt. Makes 6 servings.

Make ahead directions
Carefully wrap meringue shells in foil. Freeze up to 6 months.
Nutrition information
Calories 141, Total Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Sodium 40 mg, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 3 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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