Description
Light, airy, and delightfully sweet, these meringue kisses are a festive holiday treat. They melt in your mouth and can be tinted with food coloring for a colorful presentation.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 large egg whites, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Optional: 2-3 drops food coloring (red or green)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a very clean, grease-free bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar, about 1 tablespoon at a time, while beating on high speed. Continue beating until the meringue is thick, glossy, and stiff peaks form. Beat in the vanilla (and food coloring, if using).
- Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe small kiss-shaped mounds onto the prepared baking sheets, about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meringues are dry and firm to the touch. Turn the oven off and let the meringues cool completely inside the oven with the door closed for at least 2 hours.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.