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What Are the Functions of Sugar in Meringue?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Cynthia Myers

Egg whites, when whipped, form a light and airy froth that serves as a topping for pies, the basis for light cookies, and the elegant platform for a fruit-and-cream filled Pavlova. Sugar is an essential ingredient in meringue, serving several functions to turn egg whites into dessert.