soft peaks
Tips that slump
Soft peaks is a stage in whipping cream or egg whites when the mixture holds its shape briefly but the tips curl over and droop when the whisk is lifted.
It indicates air has been incorporated but the structure isn't yet firm.
Recipes often specify soft peaks as a stopping point before folding into batters, or as a stage before continuing to stiff peaks.
- meringueBaked whipped whites
- Swiss meringueHeat-stabilized whipped whites
- whipped creamAerated dairy topping
- whipped egg whitesAlbumen beaten until stiff
- egg whitesClear ovoid protein
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