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Meringue Kisses
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Meringue Kisses

Meringue Kisses are light, airy confections made by whipping egg whites and fine sugar until glossy and stiff. Piped into small shapes and low-baked, they dry to a crisp exterior while remaining delicate inside. They can be plain, flavored, or colored by adding extracts or food coloring, making them versatile treats to enjoy as a sweet snack or dessert garnish.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Cooling Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 50 mins
Servings: 50 kisses
Calories: 8 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 2 egg egg white
  • 1/2 cup sugar fine

Instructions

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  1. Pre-heat oven to 200°F (100°C), line one or two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl beat egg whites until stiff, start by beating on low then increase to high speed, when the mixture is stiff add the sugar very slowly one teaspoon at a time while continuing to beat, make sure that the mixture is stiff after each addition of sugar. 
  3. Once all the sugar has been added, continue to whisk on high speed until you have a smooth, stiff and glossy mixture.  Continue to whisk for at least 5-10 minutes after the sugar has been incorporated.
  4. Place mixture in a pastry bag with desired tip and pipe out your kisses onto the prepared cookie sheet. If you wish you can colour your drops by adding food colouring gel strips inside your pastry bag before filling. 
  5. Bake for approximately 35-45 minutes or until the meringue kisses  come off the parchment paper cleanly and without sticking.  Then turn off the oven, place  the handle of a wooden spoon in the door of the oven (to leave a small opening) and leave the meringue in until the oven is completely cool, this can take anywhere from 1-2 hours.  Serve or conserve in an air tight container for up to two weeks.  Enjoy!
** make your own fine sugar, place granulated sugar and blend for a couple of minutes until the sugar feels like fine sand. (remeasure before using)

Notes

  • Meringue kisses are done when light and completely dry, easily lifting off the parchment.
  • Add flavors like vanilla or lemon extract gently folded in after stiffness is achieved to preserve texture.
  • Use gel food coloring lines inside pastry bag before filling for colored kisses; liquid drops may give less precision.
  • Store baked meringue kisses in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks to keep crispness.

Nutrition Information

Calories 8kcal (0%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 1mg (0%) Sugar 2g (4%) Calcium 1mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 50 kisses

Amount Per Serving

Calories 8

% Daily Value*

Calories 8kcal 0%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 1mg 0%
Sugar 2g 4%
Calcium 1mg 0%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.