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5-Minute Crispy Meringue Nests with Berries

Store-bought meringue cookies become the crackly base for whipped cream and fresh berries—no oven needed. Viral-worthy texture contrast in under 5 minutes.

Total time
5 min
Servings
4
Calories
185
Protein
2g
5-Minute Crispy Meringue Nests with Berries
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pour cream, sugar, and vanilla into a bowl. Whip with an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Toss berries with honey in a small bowl until glossy.

  3. Step 3

    Spoon whipped cream into each meringue nest, mounding gently.

  4. Step 4

    Top with honeyed berries and a mint leaf. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • medium bowl
  • electric mixer or whisk
  • small bowl
  • spoon

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