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Fortunately, it can be done in just a few simple steps.

Other treats that seem lighter than air include meringue-topped pies and souffles.

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Egg whites should be free of any yolk to achieve stiff peaks.

Then transfer each white to the mixing bowl you’ll use to beat the whites.

This keeps the whites in the mixing bowl uncontaminated if a yolk breaks while you’re separating an egg.

egg yolk in an egg separator

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Test Kitchen Tip

Need help using up those leftover yolks?

Stir them into ourBest-Ever Vanilla Puddingor makeLemon Curd.

Any grease or egg yolk will keep your whites from beating to stiff peaks properly.

beaten egg whites in bowl with hand mixer

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So, before you begin,wash all your equipmentwith hot, soapy water.

Use a large mixing bowl for four or more whites.

You’ve hit stiff peak egg white stage when you have glossy peaks that stand straight.

Here are a few pointers for achieving stiff peak egg whites.

Test Kitchen Tip:How long to beat egg whites to a still peak?

Once you add the sugar, it will take about 4 minutes on high speed.

You’ve done it!