Peppermint Meringues: Light, Festive Christmas Treats
Peppermint Meringues – Light, Festive & Melt-In-Your-Mouth Christmas Treats made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 3 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- Red gel food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean, dry mixing bowl, begin whipping the egg whites on medium speed until they become foamy.
- Add the cream of tartar and continue whipping until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to whip on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Mix in the peppermint extract and desired amount of food coloring, if using.
- Spoon or pipe the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, creating small mounds or swirls.
- Bake the meringues in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, until they feel dry and lift easily from the parchment.
- Turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside as they cool, preferably overnight.