Meringue is often used as a topping that works phenomenally well for enhancing the taste, texture, and visual appeal of sweet treats. Most commonly, it’s spread over the top of lemon bars and cookie bars, but feel free to go with any other variety that you prefer. You can stick to the traditional sugary taste for a classic and simple addition, but branching out isn’t such a bad idea either. Sprinkle in matcha powder, cocoa powder, etc. when you’re whisking the ingredients together for a fun twist that greatly diversifies the dessert bar’s flavor profile. Other types of flavorings like fruit jam, extracts, etc. also work, so you can always switch things up and try something new.
You don’t have to solely stick to just the meringue either. Crumbles of chocolate, nuts, dried fruits, citrus zest, crackers, and more over the fluffy cloud of confectionary are always welcome. If you simply want extra flavor without layering in any more textures, go with sauces. Drizzle hot fudge sauce or caramel sauce over the meringue, and you will be left with a stunning dessert with an even more stunning taste. Spices are another fantastic choice, especially when you’ve got something autumnal like pumpkin bars or apple crumble bars. A pinch of cinnamon, ground cloves, nutmeg, or pumpkin pie spice is all you need to fully embrace the season’s quintessential flavors.