Christmas Tree Meringue Cookies – whimsical holiday treat
Light, crisp, and beautifully festive, these tree-shaped meringue cookies are a whimsical and delicious addition to any holiday celebration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooling Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 1.5–2 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Yield: 30 cookies 1x
Ingredients
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4 egg whites (room temperature)
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1 cup granulated sugar (or superfine sugar)
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¼ tsp cream of tartar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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Green gel food coloring
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Edible decorations: stars, sprinkles, sugar pearls
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C). Line baking sheets with parchment.
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Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy.
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Slowly add sugar, 1 tbsp at a time. Beat until glossy stiff peaks form.
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Gently fold in vanilla and food coloring.
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Pipe tree shapes onto prepared sheets. Decorate.
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Bake 1½–2 hours until dry. Cool in oven with door slightly open.
Notes
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Avoid making on humid days.
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Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
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Customize color and flavor for other holidays.