Crispy Meringue Nests with Berries & Cherry Compote
No-bake meringue nests (store-bought) topped with whipped cream, fresh berries, and warm cherry compote. A viral-worthy dessert that looks fancy but takes under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
- 4 nests store-bought meringue nests
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 cups fresh mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
- ¾ cup cherry jam or canned cherry compote
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 8 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Pour cherry jam into a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in lemon juice and warm for 2–3 minutes until pourable. Set aside.
- 2
Pour heavy cream into a bowl. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Whip with an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form, 2–3 minutes.
- 3
Divide whipped cream evenly among the four meringue nests, dolloping gently into the center of each.
- 4
Top each nest with a generous handful of fresh mixed berries, distributing them across the whipped cream.
- 5
Drizzle warm cherry compote over the berries and whipped cream. Garnish with a mint leaf if desired.
- 6
Serve immediately while meringue is crisp and compote is still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- small saucepan
- mixing bowl
- electric mixer or whisk
- dessert plates
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