Meringue Nests
Meringue nests are light, airy confections made primarily from whipped egg whites and sugar, often piped into small, nest-like shapes and baked until crisp. Originating in Europe, they are a classic base for desserts like Pavlova or can be filled with whipped cream and fresh fruit.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in carbohydrates (almost entirely from sugar) and contains virtually no fat or protein, aside from a small amount from the egg whites. A single serving provides a quick energy burst but is low in other key nutrients, with a rough calorie count of 100-150 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 31 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.06 mg |
| Selenium | 2.5 µg |
| Potassium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 15 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
Per 2 medium nests (approx. 50 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, meringue nests are a cornerstone of elegant European and Australasian patisserie, prized for their dramatic texture contrast. Nutritionally, they are a unique example of a food that is almost pure carbohydrate energy, with the egg white protein structure creating an incredibly low-density, high-volume treat.
