John's Almond Swiss Meringue

John Baricelli, manager of the prep kitchen at the television studio in Wesport, added a hint of almond to the traditional Swiss meringue and used it to top Martha's birthday cake with decorative stars.

Source
Martha Stewart Living Television
John's Almond Swiss Meringue
  • yield Makes about 8 cups

Ingredients

  • 8 large egg whites

  • 2 cups sugar

  • 1 drop almond extract

Directions

  1. Step 1

    In the heatproof bowl of an electric mixer, combine egg whites, sugar, and almond extract. Set the bowl over a pan of simmering water. Whisk constantly until the sugar has dissolved and whites are hot to the touch, 3 to 5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Transfer the bowl to the electric mixer. Using the whisk attachment, mix on low speed, gradually increasing to high speed, until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 10 minutes. Use immediately.

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Reviews (1)

  • KennaMcD
    1 Sep, 2011

    I made this cake for a friend's 30th birthday and it was a huge hit! Turned out to be quite the show-stopper. Check out my photos here: http://www.everythinggal.com/2010/03/welcome-to-your-30s.html
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