Best 6 Meringue Kisses From Entertaining Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful journey through the world of meringue kisses, delicate and airy confections that melt in your mouth. These ethereal treats, also known as meringues françaises or simply meringues, are a culinary masterpiece that combines the simple ingredients of egg whites, sugar, and a touch of flavoring into a symphony of textures and flavors.

Within this article, you'll find an array of meringue kiss recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dessert. From traditional meringue kisses that showcase the pure essence of meringue, to variations infused with vibrant flavors like raspberry, chocolate, and pistachio, these recipes cater to every palate. Additionally, you'll discover creative presentations and decoration ideas to elevate your meringue kisses into visually stunning centerpieces for any occasion.

So, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the delightful world of meringue kisses. Let the sweet symphony of meringue, sugar, and flavor transport you to a realm of pure indulgence.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MERINGUE KISSES II



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Decorate with finely crushed nut brittle or other crushed candy. I have used crushed mints with success. You can use whatever flavoring extract you choose: almond, vanilla, lemon, etc.

Provided by Mary Frances Wasson

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Meringue Cookies

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 egg whites
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
¼ cup white sugar
⅓ cup toffee baking bits

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (130 degrees C). Cover cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Beat egg whites until very stiff and dry. Add 1/4 cup granulated sugar slowly and continue beating until mixture holds its shape.
  • Add flavoring extract. Fold in another 1/4 cup sugar and 1/3 cup finely crushed nut brittle or other crushed candy.
  • Drop or form into desired shapes on parchment covered cookie sheet. You can sprinkle lightly with either more crushed candy or powdered confectioner sugar, if desired. Place in oven for 30-35 minutes until set and delicately brown.
  • To remove baked kisses from paper if you have a problem, lay out a hot, wet towel and place paper with kisses on towel. Let stand about 1 minute and steam will loosen kisses. Slip them off the paper with a spatula.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 41.9 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

MERINGUE KISSES



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There's a nice chocolaty surprise inside these sweet kisses. They're my husband's top choice each Christmas.-Tami Henke, Lockport, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 44 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Pinch salt
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Red and green food coloring, optional
44 milk chocolate kisses
Baking cocoa, optional

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Beat egg whites until foamy. Sprinkle with cream of tartar and salt; beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, beating until stiff peaks form, about 5-8 minutes. If desired, divide batter in half and fold in red and green food coloring. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 1-1/2-in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie and cover it with meringue, using a knife. , Bake at 275° for 30-35 minutes or until firm to the touch. Immediately remove to a wire rack to cool. If desired, sprinkle with cocoa. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MERINGUE KISSES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 5h25m

Yield 70 kisses

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large egg whites, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 11-ounce bag white chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening
Red sanding sugar, for dipping

Steps:

  • Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 250 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Beat the egg whites, cream of tartar and salt in a large clean dry bowl with a mixer on medium speed until foamy. Increase the speed to medium high and beat until thick and opaque, about 1 more minute. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, about 1/4 cup at a time, and beat until stiff shiny peaks form, about 5 more minutes.
  • Transfer the meringue to a pastry bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe about seventy 1-inch drops on the baking sheets, pulling the bag up to form a peak; leave space between each. Bake at 250 degrees F until dry and crisp, about 3 hours. Let cool completely on the baking sheets. Store in an airtight container in a dry place for up to 1 week.
  • Combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted. Dip the bottoms of the meringues into the white chocolate, then dip in red sanding sugar; let set on parchment.

MERINGUE KISSES FROM ENTERTAINING



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Stiffened, sweetened egg whites can be used for many purposes -- for simple cookies such as these kisses, for vacherin and dacquoise, and as the base of a wedding cake frosting. This recipe is from "Entertaining," by Martha Stewart.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes approximately 50 kisses

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 egg whites
Pinch of salt
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups superfine sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 225 degrees. Line 2 large baking sheets with aluminum foil.
  • Beat the egg whites until foamy. Add the salt, cream of tartar, and vanilla and continue beating. Add the sugar 1 teaspoon at a time, beating about 30 seconds between additions. When all the sugar has been added, beat an additional 6 minutes. Egg whites should be very stiff, glossy, and extremely smooth, but not dry.
  • Spoon the mixture into a large pastry bag fitted with a 1/2-inch star tip and pipe out "kisses," leaving 1-inch spaces. Reduce oven temperature to 200 degrees and bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the meringues are dry to the touch and can be lifted from the foil. Cool completely before storing in a cool dry place.

MERINGUE KISSES



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These colourful mini meringues are a great little sweet party nibble. You can also pop them on top of a summer bake or dessert to stunning effect

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Afternoon tea, Dessert, Treat

Time 1h20m

Yield makes 30

Number Of Ingredients 5

75g icing sugar
75g white caster sugar
2 tsp strawberry jam
red food colouring gel
3 medium egg whites , at room temperature

Steps:

  • Line two large baking sheets with baking parchment. In a small bowl, mix both sugars together. In another small bowl, mix the jam with enough food colouring to create a vibrant red colour.
  • In a clean, grease-free bowl, whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks, using electric beaters or a tabletop mixer. Add about a third of the sugar, whipping for 1 min or so, until stiff and glossy. Gradually add the remaining sugar until you have a glossy meringue that holds stiff peaks.
  • Heat oven to 120C/100C fan/ gas 1/2. Turn your pastry bag inside out and, using a spoon, paint three lines of coloured jam from the top to almost the end of the bag. Fill with the meringue mix and twist the end to close.
  • Holding the bag vertically over the tray, apply enough pressure to create a base, then quickly draw the bag upwards to create little points. The jam will give the meringues a stripy pattern as they pass through the bag.
  • Bake in the oven for 1 hr or until the meringues sound hollow when you lift one and tap the base - they should have a crunchy shell and not be too chewy. Leave to cool in the oven with the door closed, then store in a plastic food bag or airtight container until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar

MERINGUE KISSES



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Yield Makes about 24 meringue kisses

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 large egg whites
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200°F. and butter and flour a large baking sheet, knocking off excess flour.
  • In a bowl with an electric mixer beat whites until they hold soft peaks. Gradually add sugar, beating, and beat until meringue holds stiff, glossy peaks. Drop heaping teaspoons (not measuring spoons) of meringue about 1 inch apart onto baking sheet and bake in middle of oven 45 minutes. Turn oven off and leave meringues in oven 1 hour more. With a metal spatula transfer meringues to a rack to cool completely. Meringue kisses may be kept in an airtight container at room temperature 5 days.

Tips:

  • Use fresh egg whites: Fresh egg whites are essential for making successful meringue kisses. Older egg whites may not whip up as well and can result in a less stable meringue.
  • Whip the egg whites gradually: Start whipping the egg whites on low speed and gradually increase the speed to high. This will help to prevent the egg whites from becoming overbeaten, which can make them grainy.
  • Add sugar slowly: Slowly add the sugar to the egg whites while continuing to whip. This will help to prevent the meringue from becoming too stiff and difficult to pipe.
  • Do not overmix the meringue: Overmixing the meringue can make it tough and chewy. Whip the meringue just until it reaches stiff peaks.
  • Bake the meringue kisses at a low temperature: Baking the meringue kisses at a low temperature will help to prevent them from browning too much and will give them a delicate texture.
  • Let the meringue kisses cool completely: Allow the meringue kisses to cool completely before removing them from the baking sheet. This will help to prevent them from breaking.

Conclusion:

Meringue kisses are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can make perfect meringue kisses that are sure to impress your friends and family.

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