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Christmas Tree Meringues

Christmas Tree Meringues


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  • Author: veronica
  • Total Time: 120 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Delightful meringues shaped like Christmas trees, perfect for the holiday season.


Ingredients

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  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring (optional)
  • Edible glitter or nonpareils (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a clean bowl, whisk egg whites on medium speed until foamy.
  4. Add cream of tartar and whisk until soft peaks form.
  5. Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, whisking until stiff and glossy peaks form.
  6. Gently fold in vanilla extract and food coloring.
  7. Transfer mixture to a piping bag and pipe tree shapes onto the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes without opening the oven door.
  9. Turn off the oven, leave the door slightly ajar, and cool the meringues inside for 30 minutes.

Notes

Store in airtight containers for up to 2 weeks in a dry place.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 90 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meringue
  • Calories: 25
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg