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The Angel Pie is a stunning, vintage dessert featuring a crisp-yet-chewy meringue crust (the “angel” shell) filled with a tangy, velvety lemon or vanilla cream and piled high with fresh berries. It is naturally gluten-free and incredibly light.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Meringue Crust:
- 4 large egg whites (at room temperature)
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Whipped Cream Filling:
- 1 ¼ cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional vintage twist: Substitute 1 cup of chilled lemon curd for a tangy layer beneath the cream.
For the Fresh Berry Topping:
- 2 cups fresh mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries)
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
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