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Nutritional Values
360kcal
7gProtein
80gCarbs
—Fat
—Fibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥚 Eggs
Lucerne Meringue
How to order / say it
Say it
Luzerner Meringues — [Loo-zer-ner Meh-ring]
Order
I'd like the Lucerne meringue, please.
Locally
Ich hätte gerne die Luzerner Meringues, bitte.
Say locally
A light, airy dessert made of whipped egg whites and sugar.
Why try it?
Luzerner Meringues are a testament to the city's artisanal pastry traditions. Known for their delicate sweetness and airy texture, they are integral to local culinary identity, often served with fruit or cream.
How it tastes
Crisp on the outside and tender inside, these meringues offer a sweet, melt-in-the-mouth experience. Often paired with tart fruits or sweet creams to balance the sweetness.
Origin & History — first documented: 1680
Meringues have been part of Swiss baking since the 17th century when they became famous for their unique texture and ability to delight any gathering. Lucerne adopted them as a regional specialty.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥚 240 g egg whites
- 🍯 300 g sugar
- 🌾 10 g cornstarch
- 🧂 5 ml vanilla extract
Method
- 1 Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2 Whip egg whites to soft peaks, gradually adding sugar until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- 3 Gently fold in cornstarch and vanilla extract.
- 4 Pipe or spoon meringue onto the baking sheet; bake for 90 minutes until dry.
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