Thumbprint Meringues

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Thumbprint Meringues
45 min.
24
34kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Thumbprint Meringues, a perfect treat for any occasion! These light and airy confections are not only a feast for the eyes but also a guilt-free dessert option, as they are vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. With just 34 calories per meringue, you can enjoy a sweet bite without the worry of overindulging.

Imagine the satisfying crunch of the outer shell giving way to a soft, melt-in-your-mouth interior, all topped with a luscious dollop of raspberry jam. The combination of raspberry liqueur and vanilla extract adds a sophisticated twist that elevates these meringues from simple to sensational. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these meringues are sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for the recipe!

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 24 delightful meringues that are perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself! The process is simple and fun, making it a great activity to do with friends or family. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that is as beautiful as it is delicious. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  • large egg whites 
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 cup raspberry jam seedless
  • teaspoons raspberry liqueur 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • blender
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 22
  2. Cover 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper, and secure paper with masking tape.
  3. Place egg whites and cream of tartar in a medium bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until soft peaks form. Increase speed to high, and gradually add granulated sugar and then powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
  4. Add vanilla; beat just until combined.
  5. Spoon batter into a large zip-top plastic bag. Seal bag; carefully snip off 1 bottom corner of bag. Pipe 24 mounds onto prepared baking sheets. Moisten thumb or a spoon with water, and press thumb or spoon into center of each mound to form an indentation.
  6. Bake at 225 for 1 1/2 hours. Turn oven off; cool meringues in closed oven 2 hours or until dry. Carefully remove the meringues from paper.
  7. Combine jam and liqueur, stirring with a whisk.
  8. Place mixture in a small zip-top plastic bag. Seal bag; carefully snip off 1 bottom corner of bag. Pipe about 1/2 teaspoon jam into indention in each cookie.
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories34kcal
Protein3.74%
Fat0.59%
Carbs95.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.21
Glycemic Load
4.23
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
0.1704347808238%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:33.74kcal
1.69%
Fat:0.02g
0.03%
Saturated Fat:0g
0.01%
Carbohydrates:8.01g
2.67%
Net Carbohydrates:7.97g
2.9%
Sugar:7.26g
8.07%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:5.81mg
0.25%
Alcohol:0.14g
100%
Alcohol %:1.42%
100%
Protein:0.31g
0.63%
Source:My Recipes