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Tree Meringue Cookies

Delightful Tree Meringue Cookies for Festive Cheer

Delight in these Tree Meringue Cookies—light, crisp, and perfect for festive gatherings!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue
  • 4 large Egg Whites use fresh eggs for the best results
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar opt for superfine sugar for smoother meringue
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract can substitute with almond or peppermint
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar stabilizes meringue, can be omitted
For Decorating
  • 1 cup Colorful Sprinkles choose your favorite colors for a festive touch
  • 2 tablespoons Edible Glitter sprinkle over the trees before they dry

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Piping bag
  • star piping tip
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to a gentle 200°F (93°C).
  2. In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites on medium speed until foamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Gradually add the granulated sugar one tablespoon at a time while whipping on medium-high speed for 5-7 minutes until glossy peaks form.
  4. Gently fold in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. Transfer the meringue mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe tree shapes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, avoid opening the oven door during baking.
  7. Turn off the oven and leave the cookies inside for another hour to cool completely.
  8. Decorate the cooled cookies with colorful sprinkles or edible glitter before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 25kcalCarbohydrates: 6gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 2mgSugar: 6g

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and bake on a dry day to avoid humidity affecting the meringue texture.

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