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Meringue Christmas Trees

Meringue Christmas Trees: Delightfully Easy Treats to Make

Meringue Christmas Trees are whimsical, delicious, and light holiday treats perfect for celebrations.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baking recipes, Easy Cookies, Festive Desserts, gluten-free sweets, holiday treats, Meringue Christmas Trees
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 30kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Piping bag
  • baking sheet
  • Oven

Ingredients

For the Meringue

  • 2 large egg whites Use room temperature for better whipping.
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar Stabilizes egg whites during whipping.
  • 100 g granulated sugar Fine sugar works best for a smooth texture.
  • green gel food coloring Adds a festive touch; can try other colors.

For the Decor

  • sprinkles Mimic ornaments on trees; use edible glitter for decoration.

Instructions

How to Make Meringue Christmas Trees

  • Prep Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whip Egg Whites: Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until frothy. Gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form (about 5-7 minutes).
  • Color the Meringue: Add green gel food coloring to the meringue and gently fold it in.
  • Pipe Meringues: Using a piping bag with a large star tip, pipe dollops on the baking sheet in tree shapes, then sprinkle with decorations.
  • Bake: Bake in the oven for 45-50 minutes until dry to the touch.
  • Cooling: Turn off the oven, leave meringues inside slightly ajar for about 1 hour to cool.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Avoid moisture to keep them crisp. Can freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 30kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 10mg | Sugar: 7g