\recipe[Layer 6]{Meringue "Tarutaru Ears"}[Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.]

\begin{step}
   2 egg whites
   Pinch of salt
\method
   In a clean bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.
\end{step}

\begin{step}
   100g sugar
\method
   Gradually add the sugar, a tablespoon at a time, whisking until stiff peaks form.
\end{step}

\begin{step}
   1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
\method
   Add vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
   
   Pipe or spoon small ear-shaped meringues onto the baking sheet.
   
   Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside with the door slightly open.
\end{step}