Peppermint Meringues Recipe
Description
Indulge in the sweet sensation of Peppermint Meringues, a delightful treat perfect for sharing during the holiday season or any time you crave a light, airy confection. With a crisp exterior and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these meringues are sure to become a favorite dessert in your household. This recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com, combines the refreshing flavor of peppermint with the classic sweetness of vanilla, creating a perfect harmony of taste in every bite.
Ratings and Nutrition
- Aggregated Rating: 5 stars 🌟
- Review Count: Not available
- Calories: 37.6 per serving
- Fat Content: 1.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 12.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 5.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.3g
- Sugar Content: 4.8g
- Protein Content: 0.6g
Recipe Details
- Cook Time: 8 hours ⏰
- Prep Time: 20 minutes ⏰
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes ⏰
- Servings: 48 meringues 🍬
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 2/3 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 egg white
- 1 drop red food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Beat egg whites in a clean, dry mixing bowl until frothy.
- Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form and the mixture becomes glossy.
- Stir in vanilla and peppermint extracts until well combined.
- If desired, add a single drop of red food coloring to achieve a light pink color for a festive touch.
- Gently fold in crushed peppermint candy and mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the meringue mixture.
- Line cookie sheets with foil for easy cleanup.
- Drop meringue mixture by teaspoons onto the prepared foil-lined cookie sheets, ensuring they are close together but not touching.
- Place all cookie sheets in the preheated oven, then immediately turn off the oven.
- Do not open the oven door at any point during the baking process.
- Allow the meringues to bake overnight in the residual heat of the oven.
- In the morning, remove the meringues from the oven and carefully peel them off the foil.
- Serve and enjoy the delightful crunch and melt-in-your-mouth texture of these Peppermint Meringues with friends and family!
Recipe Notes
- For best results, use a clean, dry mixing bowl and beaters when whipping the egg whites to ensure maximum volume.
- Crush the peppermint candy into small pieces for added texture and flavor in the meringues.
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other mix-ins such as chopped nuts or sprinkles.
- Store leftover meringues in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
