John Myers
If you have leftover egg whites because, for example, you only needed egg yolks for a recipe, you can use them to make wonderful protein pastries. The best known is of course the meringue, but macarons or coconut macaroons can also be conjured up with it. My personal favorite is gooseberry meringue pie.
What does egg white do to the dough?
Even in the classic sponge cake, where the eggs are not separated, it ensures an airy and fluffy dough. In addition, protein also ensures that cookies and other pastries get a nice brown crust and become wonderfully crispy.
What if the egg white doesn’t set?
However, the most common cause of egg white failure is fat and emulsifiers (egg yolk). The smallest traces are enough and the egg white does not become stiff. They envelop the proteins and prevent their cross-linking. The surface of the air bubbles is not strengthened and egg whites are out of the question.
How do you whip egg whites correctly?
The yolk must not get into the egg white, otherwise the beaten egg whites will not stiffen. In a grease-free, clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a hand mixer on medium for about 1 minute until fluffy. Then set the hand mixer to the highest setting and continue beating the egg whites until fluffy.
How do I get meringues to stiffen?
Be sure to use a clean, grease-free bowl to beat the egg whites. Avoid any traces of yolk in the egg white. A pinch of salt also promotes the stability of the egg whites. Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the whipped cream to thicken it.
What is the best way to stiffen egg whites?
How does egg snow get nice and firm? Vigorous beating with a whisk or hand mixer causes air bubbles to be worked into the egg white. This gradually forms a solid, white foam. This works best when the egg white has a temperature of 15 to 20 degrees.
How firm does the egg white have to be?
1 minute, the electric mixer can be set to the highest level. The whipped cream is the right consistency when peaks form that no longer collapse into a smooth mass.
How long does it take to whip egg whites until stiff?
Place the egg whites and a pinch of salt in a bowl and beat with a mixer on medium to high for about 5-6 minutes until stiff. 2. To see if the beaten egg whites are firm, turn the bowl upside down for a moment. It is best to keep the egg in the fridge before using it.
