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Meringue Christmas Trees

Meringue Christmas Trees

Delightful Meringue Christmas Trees are whimsical treats capturing the essence of the holiday season.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 trees
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 35
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue
  • 4 large egg whites these provide the structure for your airy meringue trees.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar essential for that sweet crunch and stability in your meringue.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract adds a warm, aromatic flavor that perfectly complements the sweetness.
  • 1/2 tsp green food coloring gives your Meringue Christmas Trees their festive, holiday hue.
For Decoration
  • Candy decorations choose your favorites to embellish and personalize each tree.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Piping bag
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make Meringue Christmas Trees
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat the egg whites in a clean bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to mix until you achieve stiff peaks and a glossy mixture.
  4. Fold in the vanilla extract and green food coloring gently.
  5. Pipe tree shapes onto the prepared baking sheets using a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
  6. Bake for about 2 hours until the meringues are dry and crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treeCalories: 35kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 0.5gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 8g

Notes

Store meringues in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Avoid refrigerating as humidity can make them sticky. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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