White Christmas Peppermint Meringues Recipe
Delight in these festive White Christmas Peppermint Meringues—light, airy, and perfectly sweet with a refreshing hint of peppermint. These meringue swirls are baked to crispy perfection and decorated with a classic holiday red stripe, making them an ideal treat for Christmas celebrations or any occasion craving a sweet, minty crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30-35 meringue swirls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Meringues:
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- Red gel food coloring (a few drops)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prepare for baking the meringues.
- Beat the Egg Whites: In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and continue beating until soft peaks form, which helps stabilize the meringue.
- Add Sugar Gradually: Increase the mixer speed to high and add the sugar one tablespoon at a time, ensuring it dissolves fully, then beat until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Peppermint Extract: Gently fold in the peppermint extract with a spatula until just combined to keep the meringue airy.
- Prepare the Piping Bag: Fit a piping bag with a star tip. To create a festive striped effect, run a few drops of red gel food coloring along the inside of the bag before filling.
- Pipe Meringues: Spoon the meringue mixture into the prepared piping bag and pipe 1-inch swirls onto the lined baking sheets, spacing them apart to allow for even drying.
- Bake Meringues: Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the meringues are dry to the touch and easily lift off the parchment paper.
- Cool Meringues: Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside for 30-40 minutes. This slow cooling helps prevent cracking.
- Remove and Store: Once cooled, remove meringues from the oven and store them in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their crisp texture.
Notes
- Ensure egg whites are at room temperature before beating for maximum volume.
- Use cream of tartar to stabilize egg whites and achieve a glossy finish.
- Be careful not to overbeat the egg whites to avoid dry, crumbly meringues.
- Allow meringues to cool completely in the oven to prevent cracks and maintain shape.
- Store meringues in an airtight container away from humidity to keep them crisp.
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