In the realm of delectable treats, few confections can rival the allure of lime meringue kisses cookies. These captivating morsels, often referred to as melting moments or white chocolate truffles, are a symphony of flavors and textures that tantalize the taste buds. Their crisp meringue shells encase a velvety smooth lime-infused white chocolate ganache, creating a delightful contrast that is both light and airy yet sinfully rich. Whether you're a seasoned baker seeking a new culinary challenge or a novice just starting your baking journey, this recipe guide will lead you on a delightful adventure, ensuring that you create the perfect batch of lime meringue kisses cookies that will impress and delight your friends and family.
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MERINGUE KISSES
There's a nice chocolaty surprise inside these sweet kisses. They're my husband's top choice each Christmas.-Tami Henke, Lockport, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 44 cookies.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Beat egg whites until foamy. Sprinkle with cream of tartar and salt; beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, beating until stiff peaks form, about 5-8 minutes. If desired, divide batter in half and fold in red and green food coloring. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 1-1/2-in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie and cover it with meringue, using a knife. , Bake at 275° for 30-35 minutes or until firm to the touch. Immediately remove to a wire rack to cool. If desired, sprinkle with cocoa. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
MERINGUE COOKIES ("FORGOTTEN KISSES")
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 2h50m
Yield about 4 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat egg whites until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and beat until fluffy but not at all dry. (Be careful not to over beat.) Add the sugar gradually, about 3 tablespoons at a time. When 1/2 of the sugar has been added, add the vanilla extract. Continue beating and adding remaining sugar in batches, until all of the sugar is dissolved and the meringue is very shiny and tight. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts. Working one teaspoon at a time, push a teaspoonful of meringue from the tip of 1 teaspoon with the back of another teaspoon onto the lined baking sheets, leaving 1-inch of space between cookies. Place baking sheets in the preheated oven and turn the oven off. Leave the cookies (undisturbed) in the oven for at least 2 hours and up to overnight, or until cookies are crisp and dry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calorie, Fat 2.5 grams, SaturatedFat 0.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 3 milligrams, Protein 1 grams, Sugar 5 grams
LIME MERINGUE KISSES COOKIE RECIPE
Adapted from TAMI L. SMITH: Specialty Baker & Contributing Editor to www.baking 911.com. Try lemon or orange zest.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 1h
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250° (F) Cover 2 baking sheets with parchment or foil.
- Beat egg whites with salt until soft peaks form. Add sugar very slowly, beating well between additions, until egg whites are stiff but not dry.
- Fold in lime zest and vanilla.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the baking sheets or pipe small kisses with a pastry bag fitted with a 1/2-inch star tip.
- Bake until dry, but not brown, 40 to 45 minutes. Cool 2 to 3 minutes before removing from baking sheets.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 23.1, Sodium 11.1, Carbohydrate 5.6, Sugar 5.6, Protein 0.3
MERINGUE KISSES
These colourful mini meringues are a great little sweet party nibble. You can also pop them on top of a summer bake or dessert to stunning effect
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Afternoon tea, Dessert, Treat
Time 1h20m
Yield makes 30
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line two large baking sheets with baking parchment. In a small bowl, mix both sugars together. In another small bowl, mix the jam with enough food colouring to create a vibrant red colour.
- In a clean, grease-free bowl, whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks, using electric beaters or a tabletop mixer. Add about a third of the sugar, whipping for 1 min or so, until stiff and glossy. Gradually add the remaining sugar until you have a glossy meringue that holds stiff peaks.
- Heat oven to 120C/100C fan/ gas 1/2. Turn your pastry bag inside out and, using a spoon, paint three lines of coloured jam from the top to almost the end of the bag. Fill with the meringue mix and twist the end to close.
- Holding the bag vertically over the tray, apply enough pressure to create a base, then quickly draw the bag upwards to create little points. The jam will give the meringues a stripy pattern as they pass through the bag.
- Bake in the oven for 1 hr or until the meringues sound hollow when you lift one and tap the base - they should have a crunchy shell and not be too chewy. Leave to cool in the oven with the door closed, then store in a plastic food bag or airtight container until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar
MERINGUE KISSES II
Decorate with finely crushed nut brittle or other crushed candy. I have used crushed mints with success. You can use whatever flavoring extract you choose: almond, vanilla, lemon, etc.
Provided by Mary Frances Wasson
Categories Desserts Cookies Meringue Cookies
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (130 degrees C). Cover cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Beat egg whites until very stiff and dry. Add 1/4 cup granulated sugar slowly and continue beating until mixture holds its shape.
- Add flavoring extract. Fold in another 1/4 cup sugar and 1/3 cup finely crushed nut brittle or other crushed candy.
- Drop or form into desired shapes on parchment covered cookie sheet. You can sprinkle lightly with either more crushed candy or powdered confectioner sugar, if desired. Place in oven for 30-35 minutes until set and delicately brown.
- To remove baked kisses from paper if you have a problem, lay out a hot, wet towel and place paper with kisses on towel. Let stand about 1 minute and steam will loosen kisses. Slip them off the paper with a spatula.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 41.9 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
LEMON OR LIME MERINGUE COOKIES
an easy and very low fat cookie that is suitable for passover. Using citrus juice stabilizes the meringue so you don't need cream of tartar or vinegar. This makes a light cookie that is chewy inside- if you'd like a drier meringue you can bake at 250 for an hour then turn the oven off and leave it in for another hour- those taste more like the meringues you can buy at the store
Provided by MSMD310
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 25m
Yield 24-36 cookies, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- beat egg whites on high until light and frothy- (room temperature egg whites whip up better).
- continue beating and add sugar one tablespoon at a time until shiny.
- continue beating and add in lemon or lime juice.
- continue beating until stiff peaks form- don't underbeat!
- drop in small spoonfuls onto parchment lined baking sheets.
- bake for 10-12 minutes at 350 until lightly browned.
- be sure to store in an airtight container to maintain their texture.
Tips:
- Use fresh limes for the best flavor. Bottled lime juice can be used, but it will not produce as flavorful a meringue.
- Make sure the egg whites are at room temperature before you start whipping them. This will help them whip up more easily and produce a stiffer meringue.
- Whip the egg whites gradually, starting on low speed and increasing the speed as the whites become foamy. This will help prevent the whites from becoming overbeaten.
- Add the sugar gradually to the egg whites, one tablespoon at a time. This will help prevent the meringue from becoming grainy.
- Continue whipping the meringue until it is stiff and glossy. The meringue should hold stiff peaks when you lift the beater out of the bowl.
- Use a piping bag fitted with a star tip to pipe the meringue kisses onto the baking sheet. This will help the kisses keep their shape.
- Bake the meringue kisses in a preheated oven at 250 degrees Fahrenheit for 45-60 minutes, or until they are dry and crisp.
- Let the meringue kisses cool completely on the baking sheet before storing them in an airtight container.
Conclusion:
Lime meringue kisses are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are light and airy, with a sweet and tangy flavor. These cookies are also very versatile and can be decorated in many different ways. With a little creativity, you can make lime meringue kisses that are sure to impress your friends and family.
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