Liz's Peppermint Kisses
Get into the holiday spirit with Liz's Peppermint Kisses, a light and airy meringue cookie that combines delicate sweetness with a refreshing peppermint twist. These festive treats are made with just four simple ingredients: fluffy whipped egg whites, granulated sugar, a hint of peppermint extract, and a touch of red gel food coloring for a gorgeous striped finish. Perfectly crisp on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender inside, these cookies are baked low and slow for 90 minutes to achieve their signature texture. Ideal for holiday cookie platters, homemade gifts, or festive snacking, this recipe is easy to follow and yields a stunning batch of 30 peppermint meringue kisses. Impress your family and friends with these beautiful, melt-in-your-mouth confections that taste as delightful as they look!
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Ingredients
- 3 pieces Egg whites (large)
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Peppermint extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Red gel food coloring
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites on medium speed until frothy using an electric mixer or stand mixer with a whisk attachment.
Step 3
Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the egg whites. Increase the speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form. This should take about 5-6 minutes.
Step 4
Gently fold in the peppermint extract until just combined.
Step 5
Using a small paintbrush or a toothpick, paint 3-4 thin vertical stripes of red gel food coloring inside a piping bag fitted with a large star or round tip.
Step 6
Carefully transfer the meringue mixture into the prepared piping bag.
Step 7
Pipe 1-inch-wide kisses onto the parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Step 8
Bake the meringues in the preheated oven for 90 minutes. Do not open the oven door during baking.
Step 9
After 90 minutes, turn off the oven and allow the meringues to cool completely inside the oven for at least 1-2 hours. This will prevent cracking and ensure a crisp texture.
Step 10
Once cooled, store the Peppermint Kisses in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (251.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 625.6 |
| Total Fat 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 165mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 151.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 151.4g | |
| Protein 10.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 6mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 162mg | 0% |
Source of Calories