These meringue kisses are a delightful and light dessert that will add a touch of elegance to any occasion. They have a crisp outer shell and a soft, marshmallow-like interior that simply melts in your mouth. The recipe is easy to follow and requires simple ingredients, making it accessible to both beginner and experienced bakers. These meringue kisses make for a beautiful and delicious treat that will surely impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy using an electric mixer on low speed.
- Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar, a tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat on medium speed. Beat until stiff peaks form and the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- If desired, divide the mixture into separate bowls and add a few drops of food coloring into each bowl. Gently swirl the colors together with a spatula for a marbled effect.
- Transfer the meringue mixture into a piping bag fitted with a round tip or a plastic bag with a small hole cut at the corner.
- Squeeze small dollops of meringue onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them at least 1 inch apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until the meringues are dry and firm to the touch.
- Turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside for another hour to cool and continue drying.
- Gently remove the meringue kisses from the parchment paper and store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
