Description
Easy meringue technique for festive cookies Quick recipe for light airy Christmas treats Perfect for holiday dessert gifts
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring
- Sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (90°C). This low and slow heat is the secret to perfectly dry, crisp meringues.
- In the squeaky-clean bowl of your stand mixer, combine the egg whites and cream of tartar. Using the whisk attachment, beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
- With the mixer running, gradually add the sugar, about a tablespoon at a time. Once all the sugar is added, continue to whip on high speed until the mixture is glossy and stiff peaks form.
- Beat in the vanilla extract until just combined. If you’re using food coloring, now’s the time to add a few drops and gently fold it through until you achieve your desired color. Be careful not to over-mix.
- Transfer the meringue to your prepared piping bag. Pipe small, kiss-shaped mounds onto the parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them about an inch apart. Add sprinkles now if using.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes. The meringues are done when they are firm to the touch and you can easily lift one off the parchment paper. Let them cool completely in the turned-off oven with the door slightly ajar.
Notes
A simple and festive recipe for light, airy, and sweet Christmas Meringue Kisses. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these gluten-free treats are easily customizable with colors and sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 40 kisses
- Calories: 15 kcal
- Sugar: 3.5 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3.5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.3 g