Peppermint Meringues

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

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If you're looking for a delightful treat that’s not only delicious but also easy to make, look no further than these enchanting peppermint meringues! Perfect for holiday gatherings, parties, or even as a sweet snack throughout the week, these light and airy confections are sure to impress your guests. With each bite, you'll experience a burst of peppermint that perfectly complements their delicate texture.

One of the best features of these meringues is that they're vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making them a wonderful option for a variety of dietary preferences. They are also low in calories, coming in at just 9 kcal per meringue, which means you can indulge guilt-free! Unlike many other desserts, these meringues are simple to prepare and use affordable ingredients, making them a fantastic choice for bakers on a budget.

The process of whipping the egg whites and sugar into a fluffy cloud of sweetness is both satisfying and rewarding. Plus, with just a hint of red food coloring, you can create beautiful swirls that bring a festive touch to your dessert table. Whether enjoyed as an antipasti, starter, or standalone snack, these peppermint meringues are the perfect addition to your culinary repertoire. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up a batch; you won’t regret it!

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