FESTIVE MERINGUE CHRISTMAS TREES

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These meringues are eye-catching on the dessert table at a holiday party, and they taste heavenly! Look no further for the perfect treat to get you into the Christmas spirit. -Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h20m

Yield about 26 meringues

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large egg whites
1-1/2 teaspoons clear or regular vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Dash salt
2/3 cup sugar
Green food coloring
Assorted sprinkles
Star nonpareils
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 200°. Add vanilla, cream of tartar and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form, about 7 minutes. Tint with green food coloring and mix thoroughly., Cut a small hole in the tip of a pastry bag; insert a large #828 open star tip. Transfer meringue to bag. Pipe 2-in.-diameter tree shapes 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets; top with sprinkles and a star nonpareil. , Bake until firm to the touch, about 3 hours. Turn off oven and open door all the way; leave meringues in oven until cool. Remove meringues from parchment. If desired, sprinkle lightly with confectioners' sugar. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Blanche Kim
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These meringue Christmas trees are a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen. They're easy to make and they're always a lot of fun.


migena matmuja
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I've made these meringue Christmas trees several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect holiday treat.


Prophet Akoa Isaac Ansah
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These meringue Christmas trees are the perfect way to add a touch of elegance to your holiday table.


Paul Dufault
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I love how easy these meringue Christmas trees are to make. They're the perfect last-minute holiday treat.


Sohan Retash
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These meringue Christmas trees are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a fun and festive treat that everyone will love.


Trina Deshotel
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I've never been a big fan of meringue, but these meringue Christmas trees changed my mind. They're so light and airy, and they have the perfect amount of sweetness.


Sk Rakib
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These meringue Christmas trees are the perfect holiday gift. They're delicious and they look so beautiful.


White Star
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I love the way these meringue Christmas trees look. They're so elegant and festive.


Aziz jan
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These meringue Christmas trees are a great way to add some holiday cheer to your home.


MD Arif Ahamed
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I've made these meringue Christmas trees several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly.


Ayushshah official1
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These meringue Christmas trees are so cute! They're the perfect addition to any holiday party.


Isaiah Ayala
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I made these meringue Christmas trees with my friends and we had a lot of fun. It was a great way to get into the holiday spirit.


Chibuike Ronaldo
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These meringue Christmas trees are the perfect size for a party. They're small enough to eat in one bite, but they're also festive enough to impress your guests.


Florence Smith
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I love how these meringue Christmas trees look like they're covered in snow.


Aditta Meisafitri
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These meringue Christmas trees are a great way to use up leftover egg whites.


Khanyisile Mamvundla
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I've never made meringue before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The trees turned out perfectly!


BOT CHOYON
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These meringue Christmas trees are the perfect holiday treat. They're light and airy, and they look so beautiful.


dylan king
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I made these meringue Christmas trees for my kids and they loved them! They were so excited to help me decorate them.


Tammy Wood
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These meringue Christmas trees were a hit at our holiday party! They were so easy to make and they looked so festive. Everyone loved them.