FESTIVE MERINGUE CHRISTMAS TREES
These meringues are eye-catching on the dessert table at a holiday party, and they taste heavenly! Look no further for the perfect treat to get you into the Christmas spirit. -Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 3h20m
Yield about 26 meringues
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 200°. Add vanilla, cream of tartar and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form, about 7 minutes. Tint with green food coloring and mix thoroughly., Cut a small hole in the tip of a pastry bag; insert a large #828 open star tip. Transfer meringue to bag. Pipe 2-in.-diameter tree shapes 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets; top with sprinkles and a star nonpareil. , Bake until firm to the touch, about 3 hours. Turn off oven and open door all the way; leave meringues in oven until cool. Remove meringues from parchment. If desired, sprinkle lightly with confectioners' sugar. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
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[email protected]These trees are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive, delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.
Sheki 380
[email protected]I love how these trees look, but they're a bit too sweet for me.
It's CJ
[email protected]These trees are a lot of work to make, but they're definitely worth it. They're so beautiful and delicious.
Marukh baloch
[email protected]My trees didn't turn out as pretty as the ones in the pictures. But they still tasted good.
Hema Bhagat
[email protected]I had a hard time getting the meringue to stiffen. I ended up having to add more sugar than the recipe called for.
kalz musa
[email protected]These trees are a bit sweet for my taste, but they're still very good. I love the peppermint flavor.
Edison Shaqiri
[email protected]I made these trees for my family and they loved them. They're the perfect treat for a special occasion.
Abdullahi Yare
[email protected]These trees are so delicate and beautiful. I love how they add a touch of elegance to my holiday table.
Akm Dendi880
[email protected]I've made these trees several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect addition to any holiday party.
EfeTobore
[email protected]These trees are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so beautiful and delicious.
Marry alessandra
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of meringue, but these trees are an exception. They're so light and airy, and the peppermint flavor is perfect.
Tlholego Chanongwa
[email protected]These trees are the perfect holiday treat. They're sweet, festive, and they look amazing.
Angel Smith
[email protected]I made these trees with my kids and we had a blast. They loved helping me decorate them and they were so proud of the finished product.
Sahid Islam
[email protected]These trees are so cute and festive! I love how they add a touch of whimsy to my holiday table.
tebogo monyamane
[email protected]I've never made meringue before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The trees turned out perfect and they tasted delicious.
Madison Cochran
[email protected]These meringue Christmas trees were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and they looked so festive. My guests loved them.