Best 6 Candy Cane Kiss Meringues Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with Candy Cane Kiss Meringues, a confection that combines the classic charm of peppermint and the irresistible allure of chocolate. These airy and delicate meringues are adorned with crushed candy canes, adding a festive touch and a burst of minty freshness. The hidden Hershey's Kisses nestled within each meringue create a delightful surprise, delivering a rich and creamy chocolate center that harmonizes perfectly with the crispy meringue exterior. Prepare to be captivated by the visual appeal and tantalizing taste of this sweet treat, perfect for holiday gatherings, special occasions, or simply as a delightful indulgence.

This article features a collection of recipes catering to diverse dietary preferences and skill levels. Explore the classic recipe for Candy Cane Kiss Meringues, a timeless delight that embodies the spirit of the holidays. For those seeking a gluten-free alternative, the Gluten-Free Candy Cane Kiss Meringues offer an equally delectable option, ensuring everyone can savor this festive treat. If you're short on time, the No-Bake Candy Cane Kiss Meringues provide a hassle-free solution, allowing you to whip up a batch of these confections without the need for an oven.

Venture beyond the traditional with the Chocolate Candy Cane Kiss Meringues, where the addition of cocoa powder deepens the flavor profile, creating a rich and indulgent experience. For those who prefer a bolder minty flavor, the Peppermint Candy Cane Kiss Meringues amplify the refreshing coolness of peppermint, making them a perfect treat for invigorating the senses.

No matter your dietary preferences or culinary expertise, this collection of Candy Cane Kiss Meringue recipes offers something for everyone. Embark on a culinary journey, create memories, and relish the delightful symphony of flavors that these confections have to offer.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE CHIP CANDY CANE MERINGUE COOKIES



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This Christmas cookie recipe is my grandmother's and is a favorite in our family. The cookies are delicious with the chocolate chips, candy cane and nuts in them. They make wonderful gifts during the holidays! Baking them on parchment paper makes cleanup so much easier.

Provided by Kellie M

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Meringue Cookies

Time 55m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 egg whites, room temperature
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar
¾ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons crushed candy canes
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Beat egg whites in a clean glass or metal bowl until foamy. Add salt and cream of tartar, and continue beating until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar while continuing to beat to stiff peaks. When the meringue is stiff remove from the mixer. Stir in vanilla and fold in candy canes, chocolate chips and walnuts. Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets. If you can't bake all of the cookies at once, store the extra in the refrigerator until the other ones are done.
  • Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until dry enough to easily peel off of the cookie sheet. Cool cookies then store in an airtight tin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 7.3 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CANDY CANE KISS MERINGUES



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I found this on a site/blog the other day...Couldn't hardly wait to try it. Do you like Herseys Candy Cane Kisses? Do you like Meringue Kisses? Well, put the two together and BAM! A wonderful little bite of goodness! It is so yummy! The basic meringue was inspired by Martha Stewart. The Candy Cane Surprise Meringue was...

Provided by Wendy Rusch

Categories     Candies

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 egg whites, room temperature
1/2 c sugar
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
1/4 tsp peppermint extract
35 herseys candy cane kisses
red food color, gel color if you can

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 175...yes 175, not a typo! :o) Line 1 large cookie sheet or 2 smaller ones with parchment paper. Place unwrapped kisses onto the cookie sheets. I got 7 rows of 5 on one cookie sheet.
  • 2. Combine your room temperature eggs whites with the sugar and allow to stand 15 minutes. This will help dissolve the sugar. Add cream of tartar to the sugar mixture and beat on high until stiff peaks form. Then mix in peppermint extract.
  • 3. Take a large pastry bag/icing bag and snip the tip off to leave a 1/2" opening. Take your red food color and carefully squirt a stripe down the inside of bag, (less is more) press sides together so you have 2 stripes. Fill your bag with meringue and swirl around each kiss. Starting on the bottom and swirling around to the top finishing at the top, gently pull up on pastry bag to create a nice tip.
  • 4. Bake at 175 for 1 hour and 40 minutes. Then turn oven off, open oven door, leave meringues in the oven, allowing them to cool slowly. When cool, immediately remove from cookies sheets and put into an air tight container to keep them crispy.
  • 5. Gel color works best for this. You can also use a small paint brush to paint a stripe on the inside of the bag.

CANDY CANE KISS COOKIES



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Festive sugar cookies and chocolate cookies stuffed with a Candy Cane Hershey Kiss. Soft, chewy, and easy to make!

Provided by Sally

Categories     Cookies

Time 3h30m

Number Of Ingredients 21

10 Tablespoons (145g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 egg yolks*
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 and 1/2 cups (188g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled)
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
sprinkles
24 Candy Cane Hershey Kisses*
1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (100g) packed light or dark brown sugar
1 large egg*
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled)
1/2 cup + 2 Tablespoons (51g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon (15ml) milk
3/4 cup (90g) confectioners' sugar
20 Candy Cane Hershey Kisses*

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside. Using a hand-held or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar together on medium speed for 5 full minutes, scraping down the sides and the bottom as necessary. Add the egg yolks and vanilla, beating on medium-high until fully combined. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as necessary. In a medium bowl, toss the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until fully combined. The dough will be very thick. If the dough is extremely sticky, chill for at least 45 minutes.
  • Roll dough into balls, a little less than 1 Tablespoon of dough each. The dough may seem dry*, but the warmth of your hands will allow it to come together in a ball. Roll into assorted sprinkles and bake for 8-10 minutes. The cookies will look very, very under baked. That's what you need. Do not over bake. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Press a Hershey Kiss into the center and immediately put the cookie sheet into the freezer for 5 minutes. Doing this will prevent the kiss from melting. Cookies remain fresh tightly covered at room temperature for 1 week.
  • Using a handheld or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, cream the butter on medium speed for about 20 seconds. Add the sugars with the mixer running on medium speed. Cream it all together until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a medium bowl. Slowly add to the wet ingredients on low speed. Beat in the milk on medium speed until combined. The dough will be thick and very sticky. Chill for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside. Roll dough into balls, a little more than 1 Tablespoon of dough each. Roll each ball into confectioners' sugar to coat heavily. Bake for 10-11 minutes. Cookies will appear undone and very soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Press a Hershey Kiss into the center and immediately put the cookie sheet into the freezer for 5 minutes. Doing this will prevent the kiss from melting. Cookies remain fresh tightly covered at room temperature for 1 week.

CANDY-CANE MERINGUES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Beat 3 egg whites until frothy. Beat in 3/4 cup superfine sugar and a pinch each of cream of tartar and salt until stiff peaks form. Add 1 teaspoon peppermint extract and swirl in 2 drops red food coloring. Drop by tablespoonfuls and bake about 1 hour at 300 degrees. Turn off the oven and keep meringues inside for 2 hours to dry.

MERINGUE CANDY CANES



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Decorate your Christmas tree with these colourful peppermint-flavoured meringue candy canes. They also make a lovely gift during the festive period

Provided by Anna Glover

Time 1h20m

Yield Makes 30

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 large egg whites (keep the yolks for another recipe)
200g caster sugar
1 tsp peppermint extract
red and green food colouring gel

Steps:

  • Whisk the egg whites with an electric whisk or in a stand mixer for 2-3 mins, or until very foamy and doubled in size. With the motor running, add the sugar 1 tbsp at a time, beating in fully before adding the next spoonful.
  • When all the sugar has been incorporated, add the peppermint extract and whisk for 2-3 mins more until very thick, glossy, and holding stiff peaks.
  • Fit two piping bags with 1cm round nozzles, and paint a few stripes of the food colouring gels onto the inside of the bags using a cocktail stick. (Use one colour for each bag, or alternate the colours in the bags). Heat the oven to 120C/100C fan/gas ½, and line two or three baking sheets with baking parchment.
  • Divide the meringue mixture between the two piping bags and pipe roughly 10cm-long, 2cm-thick cane shapes onto the prepared sheets, leaving a gap between each. Bake for 50 mins until dry and crisp. Leave to cool on the sheets for a few minutes, then carefully loosen them from the parchment with a palette knife, and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Use the meringue canes to decorate your tree, or keep in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Protein 0.2 grams protein, Sodium 0.01 milligram of sodium

MERINGUE CANDY CANES



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These red-and-white striped treats get lots of compliments for their cute looks and minty taste. The seasonal confections are easy to make and so light that they melt in your mouth! -Anne Lindway of Indianapolis, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
Red paste food coloring

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes. Beat in peppermint extract., Cut a small hole in the corner of a pastry bag; insert star tip #21. With a new painbrush, brush three evenly spaced 1/4-in. strips of red food coloring on the inside of the bag from the tip to three-fourths of the way to the top of the bag. Carefully fill bag with meringue., Pipe 3-in. candy canes onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 225° for 25 minutes; rotate baking sheets to a different oven rack. Bake 25 minutes longer or until firm to the touch. Turn oven off; leave cookies in oven with door ajar for at least 1 hour or until cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 13 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh egg whites that are at room temperature.
  • Make sure the sugar is completely dissolved in the egg whites before adding the peppermint extract.
  • Bake the meringues at a low temperature for a long time so that they are dry and crisp.
  • Allow the meringues to cool completely before filling them with chocolate kisses.
  • For a festive touch, sprinkle the meringues with crushed candy canes before serving.

Conclusion:

Candy cane kiss meringues are a delicious and easy-to-make holiday treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these festive cookies that are sure to please everyone. Whether you're looking for a sweet snack to enjoy with your family or a gift to give to friends, these meringues are a perfect choice. These meringues are also a great way to use up leftover egg whites. If you have some egg whites left over from another recipe, don't throw them away! You can use them to make these delicious meringues.

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