Martha’s Pecan Meringue Cake
Martha’s Pecan Meringue Cake is a stunning dessert that combines a crunchy meringue exterior with soft, fluffy layers and rich pecans. This delightful cake captures the essence of home-baked goodness, perfect for celebrations or cozy family gatherings. Each bite offers a sweet and slightly salty explosion of flavor that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh pecans, chopped
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whip egg whites in a clean bowl until frothy. Gradually add granulated sugar while beating until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in vanilla extract and cornstarch.
- Dollop meringue onto prepared sheets, forming small nests.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until lightly golden and dry on the outside.
- Once cooled, layer meringues with whipped cream and chopped pecans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using toasted pecans. You can substitute pecans with walnuts or hazelnuts based on your preference. Consider drizzling chocolate ganache over the assembled cake for an indulgent twist.