Description
Delightful Christmas Wreath Meringues bring holiday cheer with their elegant swirl of green and white. Crisp, sweet, and beautifully decorated, you’ll love these charming seasonal cookies that sparkle with festive spirit.
Ingredients
Scale
Meringue Base:
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) cream of tartar
Coloring and Decorations:
- Green gel food coloring
- Red and white sprinkles
Garnish:
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by lining two baking sheets with parchment paper and setting the oven temperature to a low 200°F (95°C).
- Whip egg whites and cream of tartar in a large mixing bowl using medium speed until they become frothy and soft. Gradually incorporate sugar, one tablespoon at a time, increasing the mixer speed to high until the mixture develops stiff, glossy peaks.
- Introduce a small amount of green gel food coloring, gently folding it through the meringue to create an even, festive green hue.
- Fill a piping bag fitted with a star tip with the green meringue mixture. Carefully pipe delicate circular wreath shapes onto the prepared baking sheets, ensuring consistent size and shape.
- Embellish the piped wreaths with a sprinkle of red and white decorative sugar to mimic holly berries, creating a charming holiday aesthetic.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours. The meringues should become completely dry and easily lift from the parchment paper without sticking.
- Once baking is complete, turn off the oven and allow the meringues to cool entirely inside, maintaining a crisp texture.
- After cooling, garnish each wreath with small, delicate rosemary sprigs to enhance the festive presentation and add a subtle aromatic touch.
- Serve the Christmas wreath meringues as a delightful seasonal treat that combines visual charm with delicate sweetness.
Notes
- Precision matters when whipping egg whites, so ensure your bowl and whisk are completely grease-free for maximum volume.
- Gel food coloring provides more vibrant color without disrupting meringue structure compared to liquid coloring.
- Use low, steady temperature to achieve crisp meringues without browning, allowing slow drying process.
- Humidity can impact meringue texture, so store in airtight container with silica gel packet to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 83
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg