German Raspberry Meringue Dessert

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 egg whites
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup fresh raspberries

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, beat egg whites until frothy. Add cream of tartar, salt and vanilla extract. Beat until soft peaks form.
3. Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time. Beat until stiff peaks form and sugar is dissolved.
4. Spread meringue onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Form into a 9-inch circle.
5. Bake for 25 minutes. Reduce heat to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C) and continue baking for 20 minutes. Turn off oven and let meringue cool in oven.
6. Top with fresh raspberries and serve.

Interesting Facts

• This dessert is often served in the summertime in Germany.
• Meringue is made by whipping egg whites with sugar until stiff peaks form.
• Raspberries are native to Europe and have been enjoyed for centuries.