Meringue Christmas Trees
Delightful light and airy Meringue Christmas Trees, perfect for holiday gatherings and shared memories with family.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 large large egg whites (room temperature) The backbone of our meringue! Room temperature egg whites whip up beautifully.
- 1 cup granulated sugar This sweetener stabilizes the egg whites for a glossy finish.
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Helps stabilize egg whites; substitute with lemon juice if necessary.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Ensure your mixing bowl is clean and dry.
Whipping the Egg Whites
- In a clean bowl, whip the egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Adding Sugar
- Gradually add the granulated sugar, about a tablespoon at a time, while continuing to whip.
Achieving Stiff Peaks
- Continue whipping until stiff peaks form and the mixture feels smooth.
Piping Meringue
- Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a star tip or cut the corner off a zip-top bag.
Creating Christmas Trees
- Pipe the meringue into the shape of Christmas trees, starting with a base and adding smaller layers.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 1.5 to 2 hours, keeping a close eye during the last half hour.
Cooling and Decorating
- Once baked, let the meringue trees cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Decorate with edible glitter, sprinkles, or icing after cooling.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Meringues can be used in desserts or crumbled over ice cream.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSugar: 12g
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