Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tsp

cornflour

1 tsp

vinegar

3 drops

vanilla extract

75 g

icing sugar

100 g

sugar

3 unit

eggs

40 g

desiccated coconut

300 ml

double cream

2 unit

mangoes

1 piece

mint

chopped

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 140C/120C Fan/Gas 1.

Step 2
~6 min

Line a baking tray with baking paper.

Step 3
~6 min

Mix cornflour, vinegar, and vanilla extract.

Step 4
~6 min

Set aside the cornflour mixture.

Step 5
~6 min

Mix icing sugar and caster sugar together and set aside.

Step 6
~6 min

Whisk egg whites in a large, clean, dry bowl at slow speed until foamy.

Step 7
~6 min

Increase speed and whisk until stiff peaks form.

Step 8
~6 min

Add sugar gradually, whisking until stiff after each addition.

Step 9
~6 min

Whisk until meringue forms stiff, glossy peaks.

Key Technique: Meringue
Step 10
~6 min

Add cornflour mixture and whisk for a few seconds.

Step 11
~6 min

Fold in desiccated coconut.

Step 12
~6 min

Shape meringue into a 22cm round with raised edges on baking paper.

Key Technique: Meringue
Step 13
~6 min

Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes, until crisp outside and mallowy inside.

Step 14
~6 min

Check if the paper peels away easily.

Step 15
~6 min

Turn off the oven and leave meringue inside for 30 minutes.

Key Technique: Meringue
Step 16
~6 min

Place the meringue case on a large plate.

Key Technique: Meringue
Step 17
~6 min

Whip double cream until it holds its shape.

Step 18
~6 min

Fold some mango into the whipped cream.

Step 19
~6 min

Pile cream mixture into the meringue case.

Key Technique: Meringue
Step 20
~6 min

Decorate with remaining mango and chopped mint.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for best volume.

Do not over-whip the cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Meringue can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled

Accompany with a glass of dessert wine

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Often served at celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Summer gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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