MERINGUE-TOPPED SHERBET ORANGES

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"My mother started serving this recipe, doubled for four, a few years ago for Christmas dinner," notes Elissa Armbruster of Medford, New Jersey. "It's a special-occasion favorite that's fancy but light."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large navel oranges
1 cup orange sherbet
2 egg whites
3 tablespoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each orange so it sits flat. Cut a fourth off the top of each orange; scoop out pulp (save for another use). Fill orange shells with sherbet. Cover and freeze until firm, about 4 hours. , In a small heavy saucepan over low heat, combine the egg whites, sugar and cream of tartar. With a portable mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating until egg mixture reaches 160°, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add extract; beat until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved., Place oranges on a baking sheet. Pipe meringue onto oranges. Bake at 425° for 3-5 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

Md Jahagir
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Overall, I thought this was a great recipe. It was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Laki Woulf
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it for a special occasion. The oranges and sherbet are a perfect combination.


Rachel Russey
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The meringue in this recipe was too soft for my liking. I would recommend baking it for a few minutes longer.


Shane Mccormack
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding some spices or extracts to the oranges to give them more flavor.


fesum abera
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This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the meringue.


Reman Khan
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I've never made meringue before, but this recipe made it easy. The meringue was perfect and the oranges were delicious.


Abdallah Juma Adams
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a hit with guests.


Avinash Ganga
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I loved the combination of flavors and textures in this dessert. The oranges were tangy and sweet, the sherbet was creamy and smooth, and the meringue was light and airy.


john abarquez
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This recipe was very easy to follow and the results were amazing. The oranges were caramelized to perfection and the meringue was light and fluffy.


Ann Agyemang
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I'm not a fan of oranges, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The oranges were not too tart and the meringue was perfectly sweet.


Mbali Mdletshe
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The oranges were perfectly caramelized and the sherbet was smooth and creamy.


Anthonys Lsx And Car Audio
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for a special occasion.


Jugno Khan
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I'm not a big fan of meringue, but I loved this recipe. The meringue was light and fluffy, and it didn't overpower the other flavors.


Fady Tv
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meringue is always perfect and the oranges are always juicy and sweet.


Ambrose Keroos
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This is the perfect summer dessert. It's light and refreshing, and the oranges add a lovely citrus flavor.


Ameen Motiyar
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I used a lemon sherbet and it was just as delicious. I also added a few fresh raspberries on top for a pop of color.


Benedict Okwufulueze
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This dessert was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of tangy oranges, sweet meringue, and creamy sherbet was divine. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were stunning.