Use your fingers to crumble in the meringue nests, and fold these into the mixture ... It will then be ready to turn out and decorate with whipped cream, fruit or maron glace (glaced chestnuts).

Billowy meringue nests are crisp on the outside and melt ... for approximately ten minutes or until the fruit is soft. Roughly mash and remove from heat. Preheat the oven to 325 F.

Use a tablespoon to place 6 large dollops of meringue onto the prepared tray ... Top with whipped cream and fresh fruit.

Step 9: Once your rosettes are piped out, pipe out a second layer around the circumference of each rosette. This will leave a ...