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Christmas Tree Meringues

Delicate and whimsical, these Christmas Tree Meringues are the perfect festive treat embodying the spirit of the holiday season.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Holiday, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 30
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meringue Ingredients
  • 3 large large egg whites (at room temperature)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • to taste Green gel food coloring
  • as needed Sprinkles for decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean, dry bowl, whisk the egg whites on medium speed until foamy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Introduce the cream of tartar into the mixture and continue whisking until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually increase the mixer speed to high and add the granulated sugar one tablespoon at a time, whisking for about 8-10 minutes until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold in the vanilla extract and green gel food coloring until a marbled effect is achieved.
Piping and Baking
  1. Transfer the meringue mix to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip and pipe tree shapes onto the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Bake the meringues for 1 hour and 30 minutes, avoiding opening the oven door.
  3. After baking, turn off the oven and leave the door slightly ajar for an additional 30 minutes to cool.

Notes

Store meringues in an airtight container to maintain their crunch, in a cool, dry place. For variations, consider adding cocoa for chocolate meringues or using different colors of food gel.