There are two ways you can brown meringue. You can use a hand-held torch, or you can brown the finished recipe in the oven, by baking or using the broiler. The torch is more fun and perhaps easier for some, but, in my opinion, the oven browning does a superior job; the meringue comes out warmer, and more crisp…with a taste much like a toasted marshmallow. How to Brown Meringue with a Kitchen Torch Used with the Mini Baked Alaskas Recipe 1. Place the frozen Baked Alaska on a serving plate and, using a hand-held torch, brown the meringue by moving the torch in a circular pattern, until you see the meringue starting to brown. 2. Do this until the whole surface of the meringue is browned. Do not leave the torch in one place for too long, or the meringue will burn. 
How to Brown Meringue in the Oven 1. Twenty minutes before you plan to serve dessert, position the oven shelf to the middle and preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Place the recipe in the oven and bake till meringue is nicely browned. This may take anywhere from 10 – 12 minutes, depending on your oven. How to Brown Meringue in the Ovens Broiler 
Used with theLuscious Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe. This is a mile-high lemon meringue pie. There is A LOT of meringue, as there should be, in my opinion. 1. Position the oven shelf to the upper rung, one below the top one. Preheat the broiler. 2. After the meringue is sealed to the edges, just pile it on, creating decorative swirls and peaks with the back of a large spoon. All the little peaks you create will be more brown than the surrounding area, making the pie more beautiful, when baked. 
The soft type of meringue, or beaten egg whites with sugar, is normally used as a topping for Baked Alaska, for pies such as the infamous Lemon Meringue Pie or for cakes. This type of meringue is often browned, which results in a crispy browned meringue on top and a soft and chewy underneath. Browning also highlights designs made with the meringue.
When browning a cake covered in meringue, such as the Cuatro Leches Vanilla Mantecado Cake Recipe, use the same procedure. 
While it may seem daunting, a basic meringue is nothing more than a mixture of beaten egg whites and sugar. It’s a must-have topping for many desserts, everything from a classic Lemon Meringue Pie to a Heavenly Baked Alaska, and if you follow these simple steps you’ll be a master meringue maker in no time.
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FAQ
How long does it take meringue to brown?
How do you know when meringue is done in the oven?
Why is my meringue going brown in the oven?
Should you leave meringue in the oven to cool?
How long do meringues take to bake?
Most meringues bake between 200°F and 250°F for about 2 hours. They often include a rest in the oven after it’s been turned off to continue slowly baking as the oven cools. Rather than caramelizing and getting toasty brown like most baked goods, meringues slowly dry out in a low oven without gaining much or any color.
How do you make meringue?
Meringue begins with egg whites and sugar and is transformed into billowy white clouds of pure deliciousness. Let’s tackle it together! Eggs – Fresh eggs are best for making meringue.
How do you cook meringue without baking?
The sugar is combined with water and heated to 116°C to make a hot syrup. This is then poured into the egg whites while whisking until fully combined and cool. The heat ‘cooks’ the egg whites so the meringue is safe to eat without having to bake it. What oven temp for meringue?
What is a browned meringue?
This type of meringue is often browned, which results in a crispy browned meringue on top and a soft and chewy underneath. Browning also highlights designs made with the meringue. There are two ways you can brown meringue. You can use a hand-held torch, or you can brown the finished recipe in the oven, by baking or using the broiler.