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Tasty Tree Meringue Cookies for Christmas

Delightful meringue cookies shaped like trees, perfect for holiday gatherings with a light and airy texture.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 25
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meringue Ingredients
  • 4 pieces egg whites Use at room temperature for better volume.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Helps stabilize the egg whites.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Can substitute with almond or peppermint extract.
  • Food coloring (green and any other desired colors) Optional for decoration.
Decoration Ingredients
  • Sprinkles For decoration.
  • Edible glitter Optional for a festive touch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C).
  2. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until frothy.
  4. Add cream of tartar once frothy to stabilize the egg whites.
  5. Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuously beating for 5-7 minutes until stiff peaks form.
  6. Fold in vanilla extract and desired food coloring until well combined.
  7. Spoon the meringue mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe tree shapes onto the lined baking sheets.
  8. Decorate with sprinkles and edible glitter.
Baking
  1. Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for about 90 minutes, until completely dry.
  2. Turn off the oven and let the cookies cool inside until room temperature.
  3. Enjoy your Tasty Tree Meringue Cookies for Christmas!

Notes

Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness. Meringue cookies last up to two weeks at room temperature or three months in the freezer. To re-crisp, bake in a low oven for 5-10 minutes.