4 egg whites
2 Tbsp. sugar

  • Beat egg whites until stiff
  • Add sugar and beat until glossy

4 egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
7/8 cup flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder

  • Beat egg yolks and sugar until pale yellow and thick.
  • Fold in half of egg whites, then stir in flour and baking powder.
  • Fold in remaining egg whites and pipe onto parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake at 400°F for 8 minutes.

source: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/10434/ladyfingers/