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Delicious Holiday Wreath Meringue Cookies Recipe

Delicious Holiday Wreath Meringue Cookies Recipe
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These Delicious Holiday Wreath Meringue Cookies are light, airy, and perfect for festive celebrations. Made with simple ingredients and decorated with festive red sugar pearls and optional edible holly leaves, these meringues bring a charming touch to your holiday dessert table. Their crisp texture and delicate sweetness make them delightful treats that can be enjoyed with tea or as part of gift boxes and holiday platters.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 4 large egg whites, brought to room temperature
  • 1 cup fine granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • A tiny pinch of salt

Decorations

  • Red sugar pearls or festive sprinkles
  • Edible holly leaf decorations (optional)
  • Green gel food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure the meringues can be easily removed after baking.
  2. Beat Egg Whites: In a clean, dry bowl, beat the room-temperature egg whites on medium speed until frothy. Add the cream of tartar and a pinch of salt to stabilize the mixture and boost volume.
  3. Add Sugar Gradually: Increase the mixer speed to high and add the granulated sugar one tablespoon at a time, allowing it to fully dissolve before adding more. Continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form, but avoid overbeating which can dry out the meringue.
  4. Incorporate Flavor: Gently fold in the vanilla extract for a warm, inviting flavor.
  5. Optional Coloring: If desired, divide the meringue into two bowls and gently fold green gel food coloring into one bowl to create wreath-colored meringue.
  6. Pipe Wreath Shapes: Fit a piping bag with a star tip and fill it with the meringue. Pipe small circular wreath shapes onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly to allow for slight spreading.
  7. Decorate: Add red sugar pearls, festive sprinkles, and edible holly leaves as desired to complete the festive look.
  8. Bake the Meringues: Place the trays in the preheated oven and bake for 1½ to 2 hours, until the meringues are completely dry and easily lift off the parchment paper.
  9. Cool Slowly: Turn off the oven but leave the meringues inside with the door slightly ajar to cool gradually, helping to maintain the perfect texture and prevent cracking.
  10. Store: Once completely cooled, transfer the meringue wreaths to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to a week to enjoy throughout the festive season.

Notes

  • Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for maximum volume in meringue.
  • Add sugar gradually to allow it to dissolve and achieve glossy peaks.
  • Do not overbeat the meringue to avoid dry texture.
  • Slow cooling in the oven prevents cracks and maintains delicate texture.
  • Optional green gel food coloring adds holiday-themed color to the wreaths.
  • Store meringues in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them crisp.

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