Raspberry Meringue Bars
Raspberry Meringue Bars are a bright, fruity dessert featuring a crisp crust topped with cloud-like meringue and fresh raspberries.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Softened for easy mixing
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar For sweetness in the crust
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor
Filling
- 1 cup fresh raspberries Use fresh, firm raspberries
Meringue
- 3 large egg whites Room-temperature for best peaks
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Stabilizes the meringue
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar Added gradually for glossy peaks
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, butter, and powdered sugar until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and spread the raspberries evenly over the crust.
Meringue Preparation
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add granulated sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the meringue over the raspberries.
Baking
- Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the meringue is golden.
- Let cool before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
Cut into squares after the bars cool so the layers hold. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled. Top with extra raspberries or a light dusting of powdered sugar if desired. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.