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Peppermint Meringues

Light and Airy Peppermint Meringues for Festive Joy

Delight in the festive spirit with these Peppermint Meringues, a light and airy dessert that captures holiday joy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meringue Ingredients
  • 4 large Egg Whites Room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can use caster sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Do not substitute
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can use almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Primary flavoring
Topping
  • 1 cup Crushed Peppermint Candies Can substitute with chocolate shavings or sprinkles

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Piping bag
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Beat egg whites in a clean mixing bowl on medium speed until foamy and bubbly (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Add cream of tartar and a pinch of salt. Increase speed to high and beat until soft peaks form (2-3 minutes).
  4. Gradually add granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while mixing on high speed. Mix until stiff, glossy peaks form (5-7 minutes).
  5. Gently fold in vanilla and peppermint extracts without deflating the meringue.
  6. Transfer meringue to a piping bag and pipe small mounds onto baking sheet, spaced about an inch apart.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for about 90 minutes or until dry to the touch.
  8. Turn off the oven and leave meringues inside to cool for 1-2 hours.
  9. Once cooled, sprinkle tops with crushed peppermint candies to garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 7gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 6g

Notes

Ensure all equipment is clean and dry. Room temperature egg whites create better volume. Add sugar gradually for best results. Keep oven closed during baking to avoid humidity. Follow cooling tips to maintain structure.

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