Definitions for "STIFF PEAKS"
Egg whites or whipping cream beaten until moist, glossy peaks stand up straight when you lift the beaters from the bowl. See also Soft Peaks.
A term describing the consistency of beaten egg whites or cream. When the beaters are removed from the mixture, the points will stand up straight.
To beat egg whites until peaks stand up straight when the beaters are lifted from the mixer bowl, but are still moist and glossy.