Peppermint Meringues
Peppermint Meringues are delightful, airy treats that combine a crisp exterior with a chewy center, infused with refreshing mint. These festive confections are perfect for holiday gatherings or as a whimsical dessert year-round. With their beautiful presentation and melt-in-your-mouth texture, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 meringues 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, whip the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add sugar while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form, about 5-7 minutes.
- Gently fold in the peppermint extract and cornstarch. If desired, add food coloring.
- Use a spoon or piping bag to dollop or pipe rounds onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 1 hour; turn off the oven and let the meringues cool completely inside for a perfect crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meringues (20g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Ensure all equipment is clean and dry to achieve maximum volume in egg whites. Experiment with flavors by substituting peppermint extract for vanilla or almond. Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled meringues for an extra touch.