Meringue – sensuous, billowy puffs of pale, glistening, almost ethereal matter, that melt gently on contact with the tongue to provide a wonderful sensory experience, revealing a delicate sweetness. By whom, where, and when was this magical concoction created? The facts may surprise you!

I just love meringue-based desserts! They can look and taste exquisitely refined, yet often take a minimum of effort to make compared to some elaborate gateaux and tortes! This is one of those cakes ♥ It’s sure to impress!

This is a beautiful dessert to serve after a rich meal because the sponge cake and meringue are very light. The preparation itself is simple. The meringue is the longest to cook – but you can prepare everything ahead of time & assemble the torte just prior to serving, so it’s a perfect dessert for entertaining ♥

If you love chestnuts, then this is the dessert for you! It’s quite light (because it contains a high proportion of egg whites which are very low in calories). It’s also elegant when decorated with a few fresh mint (or other green) leaves and tiny fresh flowers.

This article provides simple rules for making perfect meringues, as well as the general proportions and baking methods to use. You’ll also find useful hints and tips.