Panamanian Meringues

With deep cultural significance in Panama, these sweets are enjoyed as a snack or to accompany a good coffee.

Their history dates back to ancient culinary traditions that have persisted over time. I invite you to indulge in this exquisite recipe. Are you ready to discover new flavors together?

Panamanian Meringues

Pastry
1 hour
Baked
25 Servings

Ingredients

Panamanian Meringues

2 ½ cups of Cornstarch

1 ½ cup of Corn flour

4 Eggs

1 cup of Sugar

4 tablespoons of Melted butter

1 cup of Milk

¼ teaspoon of Baking soda

¼ teaspoon of Baking powder

¼ teaspoon of Vanilla extract

¼ teaspoon of Ground cinnamon

1 pinch of Salt

Preparation

Step 1 : In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: cornstarch, corn flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 2 : Add 3 egg whites, 1 beaten egg, melted butter, and vanilla.

Step 3 : Mix well until smooth.

Step 4 : Then, add the milk and continue whisking.

Step 5 : Refrigerate the mixture for about 10 minutes to keep it firm.

Step 6 : Next, form small balls from the mixture, roll them into strips approximately 15 cm long, and then spiral them.

Step 7 : Place the meringues on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush with beaten egg white.

Step 8 : Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 20 minutes.

Step 9 : Once baked, let them rest before serving.

Preparation (simple version)

Step 1 : Mix the dry ingredients: cornstarch, corn flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl. Panamanian Meringues - Preparation - Step 1
Step 2 : Add the egg whites, beaten egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix until smooth. Panamanian Meringues - Preparation - Step 2
Step 3 : Incorporate the milk and continue whisking. Refrigerate for about 10 minutes to slightly firm up. Panamanian Meringues - Preparation - Step 3
Step 4 : Shape into balls, flatten into strips about 15 cm long, roll into spirals, place on a baking sheet lined with parchment, brush with egg white, and bake at 180°C for 20 minutes. Panamanian Meringues - Preparation - Step 4

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