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Christmas Tree Meringues Recipe

Delicious Christmas Tree Meringues Recipe for Festive Fun

This Christmas Tree Meringues Recipe brings whimsical charm to your holiday dessert table, is easy to make, and can be prepared ahead of time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 meringues
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue
  • 3 large Egg Whites Ensure they’re at room temperature for the best whipping results.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and stabilizes the meringue; add slowly to avoid grittiness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites for fluffy volume; lemon juice works as a substitute if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Infuses a warm, inviting flavor into the meringues.
For Decoration
  • 1 teaspoon Green Gel Food Coloring A must for that festive hue without altering texture; gel is preferred over liquid.
  • 1/4 cup Sprinkles Optional, but they add a cheerful touch and elevate the meringue's appearance!

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • mixing bowl
  • piping bag
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Star Tip

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean, dry mixing bowl, add egg whites and whisk on medium speed until foamy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add cream of tartar to foamy egg whites and increase mixer speed to high, whisk until soft peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Slowly add granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, whisking at high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Gently fold in vanilla extract and green gel food coloring with a spatula.
  6. Fill a piping bag fitted with a large star tip and pipe tree shapes onto the baking sheet.
  7. Bake the meringues for 1 hour and 30 minutes, avoiding opening the oven door.
  8. After baking, turn off the oven and leave the door slightly ajar. Allow to cool for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meringueCalories: 25kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gSugar: 5g

Notes

Store meringues in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature without unwrapping to retain texture.

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