Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful patriotic meringue cookies! Perfect for celebrations like the 4th of July, these whimsical treats feature vibrant red, white, and blue colors that will charm your guests. Their light and airy texture melts in your mouth, making them an irresistible dessert choice. With a touch of edible glitter, you can elevate any occasion, creating a stunning centerpiece for your dessert table. Plus, they are easy to customize for various holidays, ensuring you can enjoy them year-round!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla or peppermint extract
- Gel food colors (red and blue)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure tools are clean and dry.
- In a heat-safe bowl over simmering water, combine egg whites and powdered sugar, whisking until dissolved (113°F).
- Transfer to a stand mixer and whip on high until medium-soft peaks form.
- Prepare baking trays with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Fill a piping bag with meringue, adding gel colors inside for stripes.
- Pipe desired shapes onto trays.
- Bake at 200°F for about 80 minutes, rotating every 20 minutes until crisp.
- Allow to cool completely before serving; garnish with edible glitter if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg