Description
Valentine’s Day Meringue Kisses are light, sweet, and beautifully delicate, making them an ideal treat to celebrate love. Their airy texture and elegant appearance are sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pink or red gel food coloring
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 93°C (200°F). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Add cream of tartar and increase speed to medium-high.
- Slowly add sugar one tablespoon at a time. Increase speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form (5–7 minutes).
- Gently fold in vanilla extract and food coloring.
- Transfer mixture to a piping bag and pipe 1-inch kisses onto baking sheets.
- Add sprinkles if desired.
- Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes, until dry and easily lifted.
- Turn off oven and let cool completely inside.
- Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Stop beating once stiff peaks form to prevent grainy meringue.
- Room-temperature egg whites whip better and create more volume.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: French