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Meringue Trees

Whip Up Magical Meringue Trees for a Festive Holiday Treat

Delight in these whimsical Meringue Trees, a perfect festive dessert that's light, crunchy, and a joy to make.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 trees
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 24
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue
  • 4 large egg whites Use room temperature for better volume.
  • 1/2 tsp cream of tartar Optional; stabilizes egg whites.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Superfine works best.
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla or almond extract Optional; enhances flavor.
  • green gel food coloring For coloring the meringue.
For Optional Decorations
  • nonpareil sprinkles For a festive touch.
  • star sprinkles Perfect for topping.
  • powdered sugar For dusting the cooled trees.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Piping Bag
  • Star piping tip

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Meringue Trees
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Ensure mixing bowl and whisk are grease-free; wipe with vinegar if needed.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat egg whites on medium speed until small bubbles form.
  4. Add cream of tartar (if using) and mix until soft peaks form.
  5. Slowly add granulated sugar, continuing to mix until stiff peaks form.
  6. Add vanilla or almond extract and green gel food coloring, mixing until combined.
  7. Prepare a piping bag with an open star tip and color the inside with green gel food coloring.
  8. Pipe meringue into tree shapes on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Sprinkle with nonpareil sprinkles and add star sprinkles if desired.
  10. Bake for 90 minutes, then turn off the oven and leave meringues inside for an additional hour.
  11. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treeCalories: 24kcalCarbohydrates: 6gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 6g

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. Avoid refrigeration to maintain crispness. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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