Best 5 Mint Twist Meringues Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Mint Twist Meringues, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These delightful treats are crafted with egg whites, sugar, and a hint of refreshing mint, resulting in crisp and airy confections that dissolve in your mouth. Our comprehensive guide provides three enticing variations to suit your preferences: classic meringues, chocolate-dipped meringues for a decadent touch, and enchanting green-tinted meringues for a festive presentation. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you towards meringue perfection. Get ready to indulge in a sweet escape with our Mint Twist Meringues, a delightful addition to any dessert table or special occasion.
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MINT MERINGUES
Lighter than air, these minty meringues will melt in your mouth, promises Karla Retzer in Grantsburg, Wisconsin. "It just wouldn't be Christmas at our house without these special cookies that everyone can enjoy."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 32 cookies.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat the egg whites, salt, cream of tartar, extract and food coloring if desired on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes. Gently fold in chocolate chips. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 250° until firm to the touch, 40-45 minutes. Turn oven off; leave meringues in oven for 1-1/2 hours. Remove to wire racks. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 22 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 13mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
PEPPERMINT MERINGUES
These minty, pink-striped meringues are easy to make and use a clever decorating trick: Paint lines of food coloring gel up the sides of a pastry bag before filling it with meringue, and each cookie comes out striped as you pipe it. You can use this same trick with frosting for cupcakes.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 3h30m
Yield about 42 meringues
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Position oven racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven and preheat to 250 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Beat the egg whites and salt with an electric mixer on medium-high speed in a large bowl until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form. While beating, add the sugar 1 tablespoon at a time. Continue to beat until stiff peaks form. Beat in the peppermint.
- Fold the top of a pastry bag fitted with a round tip over and down a few inches. Dip a paintbrush in the food coloring. Starting inside the pastry tip, brush a stroke of food coloring from the tip to the top of the bag. Repeat with 3 more evenly spaced strokes. Fill the bag with the meringue; try to spoon it directly into the center so as not to smudge the food coloring (though some smudging is inevitable). Pipe 1-inch-diameter mounds of meringue spaced 1 inch apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake until the meringues are no longer glossy and feel light and dry when picked up, about 1 hour. Open the oven for a few minutes, then turn it off and shut the door. Leave the meringues in the oven until they are completely dry inside, about 2 hours. The meringues can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
MINT-KISSED MERINGUE COOKIES
Enjoy these delicious mint flavored meringues - an elegant dessert decorated with colorful candy sprinkles.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h25m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200°F. Grease 2 large cookie sheets with shortening or cooking spray. In small bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tartar and salt with electric mixer on medium speed until foamy. On high speed, add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until sugar is dissolved, meringue is glossy and very stiff peaks form. Beat in mint extract. With rubber spatula, fold in food color, 1 drop at a time, until well blended and desired color.
- Use disposable decorating bag or gallon-size food storage plastic bag with 1/2-inch hole cut in one bottom corner of bag (if desired, fit large star tip in decorating bag or in hole of plastic bag). Spoon meringue into bag; twist top of bag to seal. Squeeze bag to pipe meringue into 1-inch puffs onto cookie sheets. Sprinkle each with candy sprinkles.
- Bake on middle oven rack 2 hours. Immediately remove cookies from cookie sheets; place on wire racks. Cool completely, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 10, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 10 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
PEPPERMINT MERINGUES
These are very good, light and airy. The colors are great for the holidays.
Provided by KATHY
Categories Desserts Cookies Meringue Cookies
Time 5h
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Line 2 cookie sheets with foil.
- In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites, salt, and cream of tartar to soft peaks. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until whites form stiff peaks. Drop by spoonfuls 1 inch apart on the prepared cookie sheets. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candy over the cookies.
- Bake for 1 1/2 hours in preheated oven. Meringues should be completely dry on the inside. Do not allow them to brown. Turn off oven. Keep oven door ajar, and let meringues sit in the oven until completely cool. Loosen from foil with metal spatula. Store loosely covered in cool dry place for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 13.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 8.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
MINT MERINGUES
Make and share this Mint Meringues recipe from Food.com.
Provided by VIKKI BARKER
Categories Dessert
Time 2h20m
Yield 4 dozen, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200 degrees.
- Grease 2 large cookie sheets, set aside.
- Combine egg whites, cream of tarter, and salt in medium bowl.
- Beat until foamy.
- Add sugar 1 tbls at a time, beating until egg whites are very stiff and glossy and sugar is disolved.
- beat in mint extract and food color.
- Fit a decorater bag with a large star tip.
- spoon meringue into bag.
- Pipe meringue in 1 inch puffs on prepared cookie sheets.
- Sprinkle with colored sugar if desired.
- Place cookie sheets on center rack of preheated oven.
- Bake for 2 hours.
- Remove from cookie sheet immediately, cool completely on wire racks.
Tips:
- Use fresh mint leaves for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh mint, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried mint.
- Make sure the egg whites are at room temperature before you start whipping them. This will help them whip up faster and more easily.
- Whip the egg whites until they are stiff peaks. This means that when you lift the beaters out of the bowl, the peaks of the egg whites will stand up straight.
- Gradually add the sugar to the egg whites while you are whipping them. This will help prevent the egg whites from becoming grainy.
- Pipe the meringue mixture onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Use a spoon or a piping bag to create small swirls or kisses.
- Bake the meringues in a low oven (200°F) for 1-2 hours, or until they are dry and crisp.
- Let the meringues cool completely on the baking sheet before you remove them.
- Store the meringues in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Mint twist meringues are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a simple snack to a special dessert. With their light and airy texture and refreshing mint flavor, these meringues are sure to be a hit.
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