{"id":7087,"date":"2022-10-15T22:07:29","date_gmt":"2022-10-16T02:07:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bakingnook.com\/?p=7087"},"modified":"2022-10-15T22:07:53","modified_gmt":"2022-10-16T02:07:53","slug":"how-long-should-you-whip-egg-whites-to-get-stiff-peaks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bakingnook.com\/how-long-should-you-whip-egg-whites-to-get-stiff-peaks\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Should You Whip Egg Whites To Get Stiff Peaks?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
This post contains affiliate links.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Have you ever made a recipe that called for stiff peaks and wasn\u2019t sure how long to whip the egg whites? Don\u2019t worry, you are not alone. Many people don\u2019t know how to get those beautiful, stiff peaks that make desserts look so impressive. So how long should you whip egg whites to get stiff peaks?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Generally speaking, you should get stiff peaks after around 4-5 minutes depending on your speed of whipping. If you are using an electric mixer, start at a lower speed and gradually increase the speed as the egg whites become foamy. However, if you’re hand-whipping, it will take a little longer.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Below, I explain in more detail how to get stiff peaks and the different factors that can affect your results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How long you should whip your egg whites to get stiff peaks depends on a few different factors. The temperature of your egg whites and the speed at which you whip all play a role in how long it will take to get stiff peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note that stiff peaks are achieved more easily when the egg whites are free from any yolk. So the separation part is as important as the whipping part.<\/p>\n\n\n While I like to do my mixing by hand, I much rather prefer using a Stand Mixer instead.<\/strong> I recently wrote an article that talks about the 3 Best Stand Mixers<\/a><\/strong> that bakers can buy in each stage of their baking journey. After reviewing a few stand mixers, the Best Overall Mixer<\/strong> was the KitchenAid Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer.<\/a><\/strong> You can check out this stand mixer on Amazon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n I have noticed that the whites separate perfectly when the eggs are cold. So you want to make sure your eggs are cold before you start whipping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, you will achieve stiff peaks faster when the whites are a little warm. Therefore, you might want to set the bowl of egg whites in a warm water bath for a few minutes before you start whipping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This will make it easier to achieve stiff peaks and will also help the whites to hold their shape better when baked.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n How long should you whip your egg whites to get perfect stiff peaks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are using an electric mixer, you should start at a lower or medium speed and gradually increase the speed as the egg whites become foamy. After about 3 minutes of whipping on medium speed, you should have soft peaks forming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Soft peaks are when the whites are starting to hold their shape but are still droopy.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Continue whipping at a higher speed until you reach stiff peaks. Stiff peaks are when the whites stand up straight and have a glossy sheen to them. You should be able to hold your mixer upside down without the whites falling out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most common reason for egg whites not getting stiff is that there is something in the bowl that is preventing them from foaming. This could be a drop of water, grease, or a speck of egg yolk. Make sure your bowl and whisk are completely clean and dry before you start whipping the egg whites.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Any grease or water will prevent the whites from getting stiff.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are using an electric mixer, another reason your egg whites might not be getting stiff is that the speed is too low. When the speed is too low, the whites won\u2019t have enough air incorporated and will deflate.<\/p>\n\n\nHow Long Should You Whip Egg Whites To Get Stiff Peaks?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Using a Fork<\/strong><\/td> Using a Whisk<\/strong><\/td> Using an Electric Mixer<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> 4-5 minutes<\/td> 3-5 minutes<\/td> 2-3 minutes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Why Are My Egg Whites Not Getting Stiff?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n