Fluffy Chickpea Meringue Recipe Easy Homemade Aquafaba Dessert
A light, airy, and egg-free dessert made from aquafaba, the liquid from canned chickpeas, that mimics traditional meringue with a delicate vanilla flavor and crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: About 12-15 meringues (3 meringues per serving, approx. 4 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup (180 ml) aquafaba (liquid from canned chickpeas)
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar (organic cane sugar preferred)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar (or lemon juice as a substitute)
- Optional: pinch of salt
Instructions
- Drain the liquid from a can of chickpeas into a clean bowl and measure ¾ cup (180 ml). Chill in the fridge for 1 hour before whipping.
- Pour chilled aquafaba into a clean, dry mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat until soft peaks form, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar to stabilize the foam and continue whipping for 2-3 minutes until firm peaks form.
- With the mixer running on medium speed, gradually add ¾ cup (150 g) sugar one tablespoon at a time over 8-10 minutes until the mixture is glossy and stiff.
- Gently fold in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract using a spatula.
- Use two spoons or a piping bag to dollop or pipe mounds of meringue onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 225°F (110°C) for 90-120 minutes. Optionally leave the oven door slightly ajar to help moisture escape.
- Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool completely inside to prevent cracking. Store in an airtight container once cool.
Notes
Use chilled aquafaba and a clean, grease-free bowl for best whipping results. Add sugar gradually to avoid deflating the foam. Bake low and slow at 225°F to dry out meringues without browning. Cool meringues inside the oven to prevent cracking. Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months. Variations include adding cocoa powder, nuts, or different extracts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meringues
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 21
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Protein: 1
Keywords: aquafaba, chickpea meringue, egg-free dessert, vegan meringue, gluten-free dessert, homemade meringue, dairy-free dessert, easy dessert, aquafaba recipe