Nan's Meringue Kisses Easy to Be Creative

Delightfully light, crisp, and endlessly customizable, "Nan's Meringue Kisses Easy to Be Creative" is the perfect recipe to bring whimsy and sweetness to your table. Featuring just four simple ingredients—egg whites, sugar, vanilla extract, and optional food coloring or sprinkles—this recipe is a breeze to whip up, yet offers endless opportunities for creative flair. The meringues bake to delicate perfection with glossy peaks and an ethereal crunch, making them ideal for gifting, party favors, or simply indulging at home. The addition of vibrant colors or festive decorations transforms these treats into stunning edible art, all while remaining gluten-free and irresistibly elegant. With only 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward instructions, these classic, melt-in-your-mouth meringue kisses are a must-try for bakers of any skill level.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 4 large Egg whites
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0 as needed Food coloring (optional)
• 0 as needed Sprinkles or edible decorations (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Ensure your mixing bowl and beaters are completely clean and free of grease. Any grease can prevent the egg whites from whipping properly.

Step 3

Separate the egg whites from the yolks, ensuring no yolk gets into the whites. Place the egg whites in the clean mixing bowl.

Step 4

Using a stand mixer or handheld electric mixer, beat the egg whites at medium speed until they become frothy.

Step 5

Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to mix. Increase the mixer speed to high and beat until the mixture forms stiff, glossy peaks. This can take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Once the peaks hold their shape, gently fold in the vanilla extract using a spatula.

Step 7

If using food coloring, divide the meringue into different bowls and add a few drops of desired colors. Gently fold until fully incorporated.

Step 8

Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip (or simply use a plastic ziplock bag with the corner snipped off). Pipe small dollops or swirls (about 1 inch in diameter) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them slightly apart.

Step 9

Decorate the meringue kisses with sprinkles or edible decorations if desired.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours. The meringue kisses should be completely dry and easily lift off the parchment paper.

Step 11

Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside with the oven door slightly ajar. This prevents cracking from sudden temperature changes.

Step 12

Once completely cool, store the meringue kisses in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(342.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	866.0

Total Fat 0.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 219.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 205.2g
Protein 14.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 9.8mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 224.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.6%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 93.0%