Kids Treats (continued)

Meringues

2 egg whites

90g caster sugar

90g icing sugar

1.Preheat oven to 120°C. Grease two oven slides with baking paper.

2.Using the small Mixmaster benchtop mixer bowl, beat egg whites until stiff but not dry, on Very High speed (10-12).

3.On Very High speed (10-12) add caster sugar gradually, beating well.

4.Reduce to Low speed (1) and fold in icing sugar. Mix until stiff and shiny.

5.Using a star shaped nozzle, pipe small meringues onto the prepared slide. If you do not have a piping bag use two teaspoons. Decorate if desired. Bake for 10 minutes, reduce heat to 100°C and continue cooking for 20-25 minutes.

6.When cold, join in pairs with icing (optional).

Marshmallows

Makes 12

25g gelatine

 

1½ cups caster sugar

 

185ml boiling water

 

vanilla or strawberry essence

 

food colouring (optional)

 

Combined cornflour and icing sugar for coating

1.Dissolve the gelatine in 95ml boiling water whisking together with a fork. Keep in bowl of hot water until ready to use so it does not gel.

2.Using the large Mixmaster benchtop mixer bowl and a metal spoon combine the sugar, 185ml boiling water and vanilla. Stir and add the dissolved gelatine.

3.Mix on Low speed (1) for 2 minutes slowly

increasing to High speed (7). Leave on High speed for 10 minutes or until the mixture becomes thick and creamy. Add a few drops of your favourite food colouring (optional) and increase speed to Very High (12). Beat for a further 5-7 minutes, until mixture is very stiff and fluffy.

4.Lightly grease 2 x 22cm square tins or similar with vegetable oil.

5.Scrape down sides of bowl occasionally during beating.

6.Spoon mixture onto oven slides, spread evenly. Leave to set at room temperature, approximately 30 minutes.

7.When firm to touch, cut into cubes or fun shapes that the kids will enjoy. Toss in cornflour mixture.

Note: Marshmallow mixture can also be piped onto oiled trays, if you have a piping bag and nozzle.

Serving suggestion:

Marshmallow’s are great served in hot chocolates or coffee. They are a fun afternoon treat for the kids and can be used to make rocky road.

Rocky Road

For rocky road combine some mixed nuts, and dried fruit and marshmallows. Mix with melted chocolate and spread into a greased and lined baking sheet. Set in the fridge if it’s a hot day. Cut into slices and serve.

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Sunbeam MX003 manual Meringues, Egg whites 90g caster sugar 90g icing sugar, When cold, join in pairs with icing optional
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MX003 specifications

The Sunbeam MX003 is a highly regarded kitchen appliance that has captured the attention of baking enthusiasts and home cooks alike. This stand mixer stands out in a crowded market due to its unique blend of power, versatility, and user-friendly design.

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