Description
These Beautiful Cupcakes capture the essence of the Filipino Meringue Cake, with a rich Custard Filling making them perfect Popular Desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 egg whites from large eggs, room temperature
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 10 egg yolks from large eggs
- 300 ml can condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- ¼ cup confectioner’s sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and arrange 15 sturdy cupcake cups on a baking sheet.
- Beat the egg whites until foamy and add the cream of tartar. Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Pipe the meringue into the cups.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until light golden brown. Let cool.
- Prepare the custard by combining egg yolks and condensed milk over low heat, stirring constantly. Add vanilla and lime juice, and let it cool.
- Pipe the cooled custard into the centers of the cupcakes and sprinkle with confectioner’s sugar before serving.
Notes
- Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for better peaks.
- Use fresh lime juice for an enhanced flavor.
- Bake meringue immediately for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Brazo de Mercedes Cupcake, Filipino Desserts, Meringue Cupcakes, Custard Filling Recipe