Meringue Kisses

Delightfully light and irresistibly crisp, these Meringue Kisses are a sweet treat that melts in your mouth. Made from just four simple ingredients—fluffy egg whites, granulated sugar, a touch of cream of tartar, and a hint of vanilla—they’re the perfect combination of elegance and simplicity. Whether you leave them pristine white or add a swirl of pastel hues with gel food coloring, these dainty confections are as beautiful as they are delicious. Ideal for gifting, sharing at parties, or topping off desserts, their crisp exterior and delicate interior make them a versatile option for any occasion. Plus, with minimal prep time and a shelf life of up to two weeks, they’re both convenient and crowd-pleasing. Bake up a batch of these meringue kisses for a visually stunning and heavenly-sweet dessert experience! Perfect SEO keywords: meringue kisses recipe, easy meringue dessert, how to make crispy meringues, colorful meringue kisses.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 30

Ingredients

• 3 large Egg whites
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons Cream of tartar
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0 Gel food coloring (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

Ensure your mixing bowl and beaters are clean and grease-free by wiping them down with a paper towel dampened with vinegar or lemon juice.

Step 3

Separate the egg whites from the yolks, being careful not to let any yolk into the whites.

Step 4

Add the egg whites to the mixing bowl and beat on medium speed with an electric mixer until foamy.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the cream of tartar and continue beating until soft peaks form.

Step 6

Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while beating continuously on high speed. Ensure each addition is fully dissolved before adding the next.

Step 7

Continue to beat until the meringue is thick, glossy, and forms stiff peaks. Test this by lifting the beaters—if the peaks stand straight without drooping, it's ready.

Step 8

Gently fold in the vanilla extract. If using food coloring, add a drop or two and fold to combine (do not overmix).

Step 9

Transfer the meringue into a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip. Pipe small, kiss-shaped dollops onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, or until the meringues are crisp and easily release from the parchment paper. They should not brown.

Step 11

Turn off the oven and allow the meringues to cool completely inside the oven with the door slightly ajar.

Step 12

Once cooled, remove from the oven and store the meringue kisses in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	256.9 grams (256.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	631

Total Fat 0.00g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 165mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 153.10g	56%
Dietary Fiber 0.00g	0%
Total Sugars 151.00g
Protein 10.60g	21%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 7mg	1%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 290mg	6%

*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: 0.0%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 93.5%