Thermomix Meringues

Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 100 C / 210 F. Line two baking sheets with baking paper.

Step 2

Add sugar to the Thermomix bowl. Mill for 10 seconds / speed Set aside.

Step 3

Now thoroughly clean and dry the Thermomix bowl.

Step 4

Insert butterfly and add egg whites to the bowl. Whisk for 2 minutes / 37 degrees / speed 3.5 / MC off. The egg whites should be stiff and fluffy.

Step 5

Add vanilla extract and food colouring (if using).

Step 6

Set the Thermomix to 3 minutes / speed 3 / MC off and slowly - 1 tablespoon at a time - add the sugar through the hole in the lid. The mixture should be smooth and glossy.

Step 7

Transfer to a piping bag to pipe onto the baking tray. Alternatively use a spoon to make small piles of meringue mixture.

Step 8

Bake in the oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes. For meringue kisses, bake for 45 minutes.

Step 9

Leave the meringues in the oven until they are completely cool. Then transfer to an airtight container.