Chewy Brown Sugar Meringues

Chewy Brown Sugar Meringues are delicate, airy treats with a subtle caramel flavor that comes from the brown sugar, perfect for a sweet snack or elegant dessert.

Gently warmed over a simmering water bath, the egg whites whip into a light, glossy mixture that bakes into crisp-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside meringues.

Sprinkled with turbinado sugar, this meringue Cookie Recipe is as beautiful as they are delicious, making them a show-stopping addition to any dessert table.

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Why You’ll Love These Chewy Brown Sugar Meringues

• Light and airy: These meringues are perfectly fluffy, creating a delicate texture that melts in your mouth.
• Sweet and subtly caramelized: Brown sugar adds a rich, deep flavor that elevates the classic meringue.
• Elegant presentation: Piped shapes with optional turbinado sugar sparkle make them perfect for gifting or entertaining.
• Simple yet impressive: With basic ingredients and careful technique, you get bakery-quality treats at home.

These Chewy Brown Sugar Meringues are a sweet, melt-in-your-mouth delight that combine classic flavor with a beautiful, airy texture.

A special thanks to Domino Sugar for this delightful cookie recipe.

What Pairs Well with Chewy Brown Sugar Meringues

These light, sweet and airy treats pair beautifully with drinks and desserts that complement their delicate caramel flavor and crisp-yet-chewy texture:

• Fresh berries or berry compote: Strawberries, raspberries or blueberries add a tart contrast to the sweet meringue.
• Whipped cream or mascarpone: Adds creaminess and balances the caramelized sugar flavor.
• Coffee or espresso: The bold, slightly bitter notes enhance the sweetness of the meringues.
• Champagne or sparkling wine: Light bubbles and acidity cut through the richness, perfect for celebrations.
• Chocolate drizzle or chocolate shavings: Adds a decadent layer that pairs well with the brown sugar flavor.

These pairings keep the meringues feeling elegant, balanced and perfect for brunches, tea time, or special occasions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Meringues Be Frozen

Yes, meringues can be frozen, and they freeze surprisingly well if done carefully:

• Cool completely before freezing.
• Store in an airtight container or freezer bag to prevent moisture from softening them.
• Freeze flat on a baking sheet first if you want to keep their shape, then transfer to a container.
• Shelf life: Frozen meringues can last up to 2 months.
• To serve: Thaw at room temperature. Avoid refrigeration as it can make them sticky.

To keep meringues extra crisp after freezing, freeze them completely in a single layer on a baking sheet first, then transfer to an airtight container.

Before serving, let them come to room temperature while still covered — this prevents condensation from forming, which can make them sticky or chewy.

Avoid thawing in the fridge, since the moisture there softens the meringues.

This method keeps them light, airy, and crisp just like when freshly baked.

Can Meringues Go In the Fridge

It’s best not to store meringues in the fridge, because the moisture can make them soft, sticky or chewy.

Instead, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for several days, or freeze them if you want longer storage.

Chewy Brown Sugar Meringues

Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 1 hour, plus 1 hour rest time
Yield: 3 dozen meringues

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

These Chewy Brown Sugar Meringues are light, airy and delightfully sweet, perfect for a special treat or to top desserts.

• Medium saucepan: to gently warm the egg white and sugar mixture over simmering water
• Heat-proof bowl: to hold the meringue mixture while heating
• Electric mixer: to whip the meringue to stiff peaks
• Piping bag with star tip: to shape the meringues neatly
• Baking sheets: to bake the meringues evenly
• Parchment paper: to prevent sticking on the baking sheets
• Measuring cups and spoons: to measure sugar, salt, and water accurately
• Spatula or spoon: to transfer the meringue to the piping bag

With these tools ready, you can easily create beautifully shaped, melt-in-your-mouth meringues.

Meringues Ingredients

These ingredients come together to create light, airy, and sweet meringues.

• water
• large egg whites
• Domino Light Brown Sugar
• Domino Granulated Sugar Easy Baking Tub
• salt
• Domino Turbinado Sugar

How To Make Brown Sugar Meringues

Preheat oven to 225°F and line three baking sheets with parchment paper.

Pour 1 inch of water into a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer. In a heat-proof bowl, combine egg whites, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt. Place the bowl over the simmering water, making sure it doesn’t touch the water, and warm the mixture until it reaches 125°F, stirring constantly.

Remove from heat and beat with an electric mixer on high speed for 8–10 minutes. Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe 12 meringues onto each prepared baking sheet.

Sprinkle turbinado sugar on top, if desired. Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and let meringues rest inside for 1 hour. Remove and enjoy.

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• Italian Meringue Buttercream
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