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Mini Meringues with Strawberry Cheesecake

June 30, 2020 by Lizet 18 Comments

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Crispy mini meringues topped with a creamy white chocolate no-bake cheesecake infused with orange zest.

Little chunks of juicy strawberries are folded into the cheesecake.

A drizzle of white chocolate covers these little clouds. On top, like a beautiful jewel, a strawberry drizzled with more chocolate.

Mini meringues with strawberry cheesecake

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  • Mini Meringues with Strawberry Cheesecake

Oh, how I love desserts! I do think about them very often 😅 the textures, the flavors, the aroma. All of that brings fond memories. Usually, these memories involve friends and conversations around our table in different countries.

Meringues for me are little bites of joy. A treat my dad would get me when we were about to get on the bus to our 3 to 4-hour trip to visit our family in the town of Buena Vista in Bolivia.

The creaminess of this no-bake cheesecake infused with orange and mix with berries takes me right back to our house in Paraguay. Sitting around our table, sharing meals with friends, and the silence that happens as soon as everybody takes their first bite of one of my favorite desserts, a white chocolate raspberry pie. 

The flavors that go into this creamy filling are refreshing and bright. I try to add it to many of my desserts, wowing our guests with every bite.

Ingredients

Meringue:

  • Egg whites: I used liquid egg whites as I didn't want to have too many egg yolks left. If you are using the whole egg, separate the egg whites from the yolks while the eggs are cold. It makes the job easier.
  • Sugar: Use granulated sugar. No replacements.
  • Vanilla extract

No-bake Strawberry Cheesecake:

  • White chocolate: I used chocolate chips. If using chocolate bar, cut it into small pieces.
  • Orange juice and zest: Wash the orange well, dry it with a paper towel and get the zest first (I used a cheese grater). Then squeeze the juice.
  • Cream cheese: Use full fat cream cheese at room temperature.
  • Icing sugar: Also called powdered sugar, or confectioners' sugar.
  • Heavy whipping cream: It must contain at least 36% or more milk fat. You can substitute it with 2 cups whipped topping.
  • Chopped strawberries

Topping:

  • Strawberries
  • White chocolate

How to make it

Meringue:

Start by making the mini meringues. You'll need to cook the egg whites and sugar over a water bath.

Place a little bit of water in a saucepan and once starts simmering, bring it to low heat. Choose a metal bowl that sits right on the saucepan, and make sure the bottom doesn't touch the water.

  • egg whites and sugar in a bowl
  • egg whites and sugar in a bowl

Place the egg whites and sugar in the metal bowl and stir constantly for about 4 minutes. The sugar should dissolve.

meringue in a bowl

The mixture will be warm to the touch. Start beating with an electric mixer until the bowl is no longer warm, but cool to the touch. At this point add vanilla and beat until incorporate it.

Now it's time to preheat the oven to 250F (130C) and prepare 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. If you like to be more precise with the size, you can draw circles on the paper and then turn them to the other side to use them.

individual meringues on baking sheet

Use a spoon and divide the meringue into 12 equal portions (I only needed 10, and used the rest of the meringue to make bite size meringues).

baked mini meringues on baking tray

One you placed the baking sheets in the over, turn the temperature down to 200F (100C) and bake them for 1 hour and 10 minutes. Turn off the oven and leave them there for another 30 minutes before placing them on a cooling rack.

Strawberry Cheesecake:

For this no-bake cheesecake you need to remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator 30 minutes before using. If the cream cheese is cold, as you mix it with the chocolate, the chocolate will clump together.

white chocolate chips in a bowl

Melt the chocolate in the microwave or use the water bath method and let it cool.

Cream the cream cheese, orange juice and zest, and the icing sugar together, and then add the chocolate.

whipped cream in a bowl

In a different bowl, beat whipping cream until creamy. It doesn't need to be firm.

Then fold into the the cream cheese mixture. Add the strawberries and fold again.

strawberry cheesecake in a bowl

Keep it in the refrigerator until you are ready to use.

Topping:

If you like, top each mini meringue with a whole strawberry drizzled with chocolate.

You can do that, by microwaving some chocolate and placing the melted chocolate into a zip-lock bag. Cut the tip of the bag and drizzle each strawberry.

Why we love this recipe

  • It's just a beautiful dessert
  • It can be made ahead of time
  • Great for parties
  • Perfect for Valentine's Day

Frequent questions

What is the difference between meringue and pavlova?

Meringues are made with egg whites and sugar. They are crispy and dry all the way through. Pavlovas are made with egg whites, sugar, vinegar and cornstarch. The last 2 ingredients give them a marshmallow interior.

Can I use another fruit for the cheesecake?

Yes. Raspberries go very well with this dessert.

What other fruit combination can I add?

Blackberries and lime. Blueberries and lemon. Raspberries and lemon. Peaches.

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Recipe

Mini meringues with strawberry cheesecake
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5 from 18 votes

Mini Meringues with Strawberry Cheesecake

Crispy meringues topped with creamy no-bake strawberry cheesecake.
Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time1 hr 10 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Calories: 385kcal
Author: Lizet Bowen

Ingredients

  • Meringues:
  • 6 large egg whites, at room temperature (200g)
  • 2 cups granulated white sugar (400g)
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Strawberry Cheesecake:
  • 1 cup white chocolate cut into small pieces or chocolate chips (175g)
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature (226g)
  • 1/2 cup icing sugar (62.5g)
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled (240g)
  • 1-1/2 cups chopped strawberries
  • Topping:
  • 12 whole strawberries
  • 1/4 cup white chocolate (45g)

Instructions

  • Meringues: In a big metal bowl, place egg whites and sugar and mix.
    egg whites and sugar in a bowl
  • Place a saucepan with 2 inches of water over low heat. Once it is simmering, place the bowl over the saucepan stirring constantly, heat the mixture until the sugar has melted and is warm to the touch (about 2-5 minutes).
  • With an electric mixer beat on high speed until the meringue is stiff, about 5 minutes. Add vanilla, and mix.
    meringue in a bowl
  • Preheat the oven to 250F (130C). Cover 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Divide the meringue into 12 equal portions on the parchment paper.
    individual meringues on baking sheet
  • As soon as you put the meringues into the oven, reduce the temperature to 200 F (100C) and bake the meringues for 1 hour and 10 minutes. Turn off the oven and leave the meringues for another 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool completely. The meringues can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up 2 weeks (depending on humidity).
    baked mini meringues on baking tray
  • Strawberry Cheesecake: Melt chocolate in the microwave for about 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds; or use the water bath method. Let it cool.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, icing sugar, orange juice, and zest. Add melted chocolate and mix.
  • In a medium bowl, beat heavy cream with an electric mixer for 4 to 6 minutes. It does not have to be firm, only creamy. Fold whipped cream to the cream cheese mixture with a spatula. Add chopped strawberries and fold.
    strawberry cheesecake in a bowl
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to use. It keeps well for up to one week.
  • Strawberries: Wash and pat dried strawberries. Place them on parchment paper.
  • Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe container for about 1 minute and 30 seconds, stopping every 30 seconds to mix. Place chocolate in a small plastic bag and cut the tip. Drizzle chocolate over the strawberries.
  • Place strawberries in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Assemble: Place meringues on a platter, top each one with about 1/4 cup of the strawberry cheesecake. Drizzle white chocolate. Place a strawberry in the middle. Serve.

Notes

Keep meringues in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Keep strawberry cheesecake refrigerated for up to 1 week.
Once it's all put together, it keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcal

Mini meringues with strawberry cheesecake

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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Andrea Metlika

    December 16, 2020 at 5:59 pm

    Holy Moly these sound and look absolutely amazing! I can't wait to taste these!

    Reply
  2. Emmeline

    December 16, 2020 at 4:45 pm

    Not surprised you make these a lot because they look seriously yummy!

    Reply
  3. Carrie Robinson

    December 16, 2020 at 4:02 pm

    What an elegant dessert idea! 🙂 This would be perfect for New Year's Eve.

    Reply
  4. Shadi Hasanzadenemati

    December 16, 2020 at 3:34 pm

    Love all the flavors here, I already know I’m going to enjoy this recipe a lot!

    Reply
  5. Beth

    December 16, 2020 at 3:32 pm

    So pretty! They sound fabulous! I am going to make them for the family for Valentine's Day! I can't wait!

    Reply
  6. Courtney | Love & Good Stuff

    July 08, 2020 at 8:17 pm

    What a gorgeous dessert! Pinning for later - I can't wait to try these sometime this summer!

    Reply
  7. Natalie

    July 08, 2020 at 2:57 pm

    Oh wow, these meringues look gorgeous. And so delicious. So refreshing with that cheesecake on top. I must make this one weekend for my family.

    Reply
  8. Gloria

    July 07, 2020 at 6:51 pm

    Loving the sound of this recipe. What a great treat for strawberry season. These are bbq party perfect.

    Reply
  9. Sharon

    July 07, 2020 at 5:14 pm

    I agree that strawberries are the best! I have great memories of them as a kid too! I love this can be made ahead - perfect for summer parties.

    Reply
  10. Kathryn Donangelo

    July 01, 2020 at 5:33 pm

    These are my favorite! I love cheesecake and meringue! Thanks for this awesome recipe!

    Reply
  11. Erika

    July 01, 2020 at 4:39 pm

    These are the most beautiful desserts! Perfect for strawberry season too. This is another way for me to enjoy one of my favorite desserts - cheesecake!

    Reply
  12. Gloria

    July 01, 2020 at 4:28 pm

    These are perfect for strawberry season. Great idea for a bbq party dessert. They would be awesome as part of the weekend brunch menu too.

    Reply
  13. Saif

    July 01, 2020 at 9:19 am

    I love cheesecake. This looks delicious. Although, I am not familiar with Meringues. I think I should make one and give it a try.

    Reply
  14. Kushigalu

    July 01, 2020 at 7:25 am

    How cute are these cakes. Can't wait to try this out for my little one.

    Reply
  15. Nart at Cooking with Nart

    July 01, 2020 at 6:43 am

    This looks so good and almost too cute to eat...almost! I'll definitely give this recipe a go this weekend.

    Reply
  16. georgie

    July 01, 2020 at 2:13 am

    OMG what a fab recipe, this looks absolutely fabulous I'm obsessed with both meringue and cheesecake so this is definitely the dessert for me!

    Reply
  17. Chef Mireille

    July 01, 2020 at 1:45 am

    These are so good especially for the upcoming holiday weekend. I am not a chocolate person so this is definitely my kind of dessert! - white chocolate which isnt really chocolate is definitely for me!

    Reply
  18. Alex

    July 01, 2020 at 12:43 am

    Wow 🙂 You have just combined two of my favourite and most loved desserts. I love this! Perfect for entertaining - I am thinking a lovely high tea with friends 🙂

    Reply

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