Peppermint Meringues

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Cheap
Low Fod Map
Peppermint Meringues
45 min.
60
9kcal

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If you're searching for a delightful treat that is both light and festive, look no further than these enchanting Peppermint Meringues! Perfect for entertaining or simply indulging your sweet tooth, these airy confections are a wonderful way to add a touch of whimsy to any gathering. With their delicate texture and vibrant swirls of red, they’re not just delicious but also visually stunning, guaranteed to impress your guests.

This recipe is a fantastic choice for anyone following a vegetarian, gluten-free, or dairy-free diet, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. Best of all, they are incredibly simple and cheap to make, allowing you to whip up a batch without breaking the bank. Each meringue is only 9 calories, so you can enjoy them guilt-free as a low FODMAP snack that won’t upset your tummy.

The combination of egg whites, peppermint extract, and a hint of sweetness creates a refreshingly minty flavor that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee, making them the perfect antipasti or starter. Plus, they’re incredibly versatile—use them as a topping for desserts, or simply savor them on their own! With just a little bit of effort, you can create these cloud-like meringues in under an hour and keep them stored for up to two days, ready to charm whenever the mood calls for something sweet.

Ingredients

  • large egg whites room temperature
  • 0.1 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon peppermint extract 
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • 12 drops food coloring red
  • 0.3 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • baking paper
  • oven
  • blender

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°F. Line a baking sheetwith parchment paper. Using an electricmixer, beat egg whites and salt on medium-highspeed until white and foamy, about1 minute. With mixer running, gradually addsugar in 3 additions, beating for 2 minutesbetween each addition. Beat until firmpeaks form, about 2 minutes longer.
  2. Addpowdered sugar and peppermint extract;beat to blend, about 1 minute.
  3. Dot coloring over surface of meringue;do not stir (the coloring will form swirlswhen piped). Spoon meringue into a pastrybag fitted with a 1/2" tip. (alternatively, spoon into a plastic freezerbag, then cut 1/2" off 1 corner.) Twist top;pipe 1" rounds onto prepared sheet, spacing1" apart.
  4. Bake meringues until dry, about2 1/2 hours.
  5. Let cool completely, about1 hour (meringues will crisp as they cool).DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead.Store airtight at room temperature betweensheets of parchment or waxed paper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories9kcal
Protein7.78%
Fat0.62%
Carbs91.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.17
Glycemic Load
0.78
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
0.053478260565063%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:9.05kcal
0.45%
Fat:0.01g
0.01%
Saturated Fat:0g
0%
Carbohydrates:2.12g
0.71%
Net Carbohydrates:2.12g
0.77%
Sugar:2.1g
2.33%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:7.62mg
0.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:0.18g
0.36%
Source:Epicurious