How To Make Peppermint Meringues
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 egg whites
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/8 tsp cream of tartar
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites on medium-low speed until foamy.
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Add cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form.
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Gradually add the sugar, a tablespoon at a time, while beating on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form.
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Gently fold in the peppermint extract and a few drops of red food coloring, if desired.
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Transfer the mixture into a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.
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Pipe small dollops onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
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Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes or until the meringues are dry and crisp.
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Turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside for an additional 30 minutes to cool completely.
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Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Calories : 87kcal
- Total Fat : 0g
- Saturated Fat : 0g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 25mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 21g
- Dietary Fiber : 0g
- Sugar : 21g
- Protein : 1g
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