Never-Fail Meringue




I remember the first time I had puto—a sweet steamed cupcake. I was 7 and it was at a friend’s house. It was soft, sweet, and cute as Hello Kitty!
The batter is a little looser than pancake batter. Do heed the instructions to fill to 1/2 full. I went to 3/4 and they overflowed. (I love the nubbin that formed on the one on the left in the photo.) Enjoy!
3 eggs, separated 1-1/4 c. sugar 1-1/2 c. flour 3/4 tsp. soda 3/4 tsp. salt 1/3 c. cocoa 1/3 c. salad oil 1 c. milk Beat egg whites until frothy; gradually beat in 1/2 c. sugar. Beat until stiff. Sift dry ingredients together. Make a well in the flour mixture, add salad oil and half…