Kisses
Delight your taste buds with the timeless charm of "Kisses," airy and sweet meringue cookies that are as elegant as they are delicious. Made from just five simple ingredients—egg whites, sugar, vanilla extract, a touch of vinegar or lemon juice, and a pinch of salt—these light-as-a-cloud treats are naturally gluten-free and irresistibly crisp. The secret to their perfect texture lies in whipping the egg whites to glossy, stiff peaks before slow-baking them to achieve that delicate crunch that melts in your mouth. Perfect for holiday platters, afternoon tea, or a light dessert topping, these dainty morsels are easy to make and store beautifully for up to a week. Whether enjoyed on their own or as a lovely addition to your dessert spread, these melt-in-your-mouth meringue kisses are sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 3 large Egg whites
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon White vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
Ensure that the mixing bowl and whisk are completely clean and dry. Any grease or moisture can affect the meringue.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, add the egg whites, salt, and vinegar or lemon juice.
Step 4
Use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 5
Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat. Increase the mixer speed to high and beat until the meringue becomes glossy and forms stiff peaks, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Step 6
Gently fold in the vanilla extract with a spatula.
Step 7
Transfer the meringue mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star tip or plain round tip. Pipe small dollops or rosettes onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes. The meringues should be dry to the touch and easily lift off the parchment paper.
Step 9
Turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside to cool completely with the oven door slightly ajar. This prevents them from cracking due to a sudden temperature change.
Step 10
Once cooled, store the kisses in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy their delightful crunch with a warm beverage or as a topping for desserts such as ice cream!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (256.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 635.4 |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 304.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 152.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 151.2g | |
| Protein 10.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 7.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 170.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories