Gingerbread Meringue Kisses
Gingerbread Meringue Kisses are a delightful and festive treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth. These light and airy meringue cookies are flavored with warm spices and molasses, making them the perfect holiday dessert.
To make these Gingerbread Meringue Kisses, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 2 egg whites
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon molasses
Begin by preheating your oven to 200°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until they are frothy. Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the mixture until stiff peaks form.
Next, add the cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and molasses to the meringue mixture and gently fold until well combined. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe small kisses onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the Gingerbread Meringue Kisses for 1-2 hours, or until they are dry and crisp on the outside. Allow them to cool completely before serving.
These Gingerbread Meringue Kisses are a perfect combination of sweet and spicy flavors. They have a light and airy texture that melts in your mouth, making them a perfect holiday treat. Serve them as a dessert or as a sweet snack with a cup of hot cocoa.
Type: Dessert, Snack
Ingredients: Egg whites, Sugar, Molasses