Preheat a grill to high heat.
Wash and hull about 15 medium to large strawberries. I know, I know - "medium to large" is a little subjective. I forgot to measure the strawberries once I sliced them, so that's as good as it gets.
Lightly brush the grill with canola oil and place the strawberries directly onto the grill. Stay with me. It's going to get good!
Grill the strawberries until they are slightly soft, turning occasionally, about 3-5 minutes.
In a large bowl, add a pinch of salt to two egg whites and beat on medium-high speed until the egg whites are frothy.
While beating the eggs, gradually add 6 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
Beat until the egg whites hold stiff peaks.
Look at those little guys stand at attention. Yes sir, Captain, sir! I digress.
And now...la pièce de résistance. Crushed ginger snap cookies. The hard ones that you buy at the grocery store. Just put a few of them into a ziploc bag and smash them with a meat mallet or a saucepan. Gently fold ¼ cup of the crushed cookies into the meringue. You won't be sorry. Top the strawberries with the meringue.
Are you ready for this part? Do you think you can handle it? I introduce....the kitchen torch! How do I love this gadget? Let me count the ways. It's fun to make smores with this torch when there's no campfire in sight, it makes a lovely crust on top of a creme brulee, and it does wonders to the top of a meringue. It's amazing that I have any eyelashes left.
See the little feet on the right side of the photo? I have the undivided attention of my 5-year-old who is not known to give his attention to just anyone or anything.
If you don't have a kitchen torch, fear not. Simply put the strawberries and meringue into four ramekins and place them under the broiler for 30 seconds. Turn off the broiler and leave them in the oven for another 30 seconds to 1 minutes (be sure to watch them), until the tips of the meringue are browned.
Serve immediately.
Divina Pe
Grilled strawberries. How come I never thought of that before? Strawberry season are almost over here. This is really a fun and exciting dessert.
bunkycooks
What a beautiful dessert! This truly is perfect for entertaining!
pegasuslegend
This is genious, not that its surprises me a light and beautiful entrance for Spring!
Chris
I grill all kinds of fruit...but never even thought of strawberries! Brilliant! Would enjoy some of this right now. 🙂
Tracy
Wow, what a fun dessert! I love grilling pineapple but I've never thought to try strawberries!
Michelle
OH my goodness! Never thought to grill strawberries before!
Maggy
Dara, you do it every time. This looks incredible. I think this will become a spring/summer staple. Really impressive for company, but looks easy!
Cookin' Canuck
Thanks again to all of you for your flattering comments. Don't hesitate to try this even if you don't have a kitchen torch. The broiler will work just as well.
YD, sometimes with Samantha & June
Hello, I came over from your profile at Tasty Kitchen. Your blog looks so delicious! Grilled strawberries, that's interesting!
YD
YD, sometimes with Samantha & June
Hello, I came over from your profile at Tasty Kitchen. Your blog looks so delicious! Grilled strawberries, that's interesting!
YD
bonvivant
What a classy interpretation of strawberries and cream 🙂
MrsLavendula
wow what a beautiful treat!
Mixing Bowl Mama
Wow...this looks fantastic! What a wonderful idea and the photos are great!
Diana Bauman
Oh my wow!! This looks so amazing and fun! I want a kitchen torch!!
Ria
They look amazing!!!!!
Ria
Chef Shari
these look incrediable, never thought of grilling strawberries! Guess now I will need a kitchen torch:-)
mathildescuisine
Wow, I have never thought of grilling strawberries, what a very good idea!