MINT TWIST MERINGUES

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Light and airy, these delicate meringues give you a refreshing burst of peppermint. I sprinkle them with crushed mint candies and baking cocoa. -Cheryl Perry, Hertford, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup crushed red mint candies

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 250°. Add cream of tartar and extract 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., Cut a small hole in the tip of a pastry bag or in a corner of a food-safe plastic bag; insert a small star tip. Transfer meringue to bag. Pipe 1-1/2-in.-diameter cookies 2 in. apart onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Sprinkle with crushed candies., Bake 40-45 minutes or until firm to the touch. Turn oven off; leave meringues in oven 1 hour. Remove from pans to a wire rack. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 17 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Raclyne Solutions
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These meringues are the perfect gift for a friend or family member. They're delicious and they're sure to be appreciated.


Mubeen Butt
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These meringues are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a fun and easy project to do with kids.


HA gaming
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These meringues are so addictive, I can't stop eating them! They're the perfect sweet treat to satisfy my cravings.


castro smith
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I love the crispy outside and the chewy inside of these meringues. They're the perfect combination of textures.


caoimhe maher
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These meringues are the perfect treat for a special occasion. They're elegant and delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.


FAROOQ AZAM FAROOQ AZAM
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I'm always looking for new ways to use up egg whites, and these meringues are the perfect solution. They're delicious and they're a great way to add a little something extra to a dessert.


MR. PERFECT
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These meringues are so pretty, they look like they came from a bakery. But they're actually really easy to make at home.


i am OZzY
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I've never been a big fan of meringues, but these mint twist meringues have changed my mind. They're so light and airy, and the mint flavor is just perfect.


Anthony Akwotiga
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These meringues are the perfect make-ahead dessert. You can make them a few days in advance and they'll still be delicious.


Fahad Ibrahim
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I love how versatile these meringues are. You can flavor them with anything you like, from chocolate to lemon to strawberry.


Haseeb Gill
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These meringues are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker like me. They're also really forgiving, so you don't have to worry about them being perfect.


Mo McClary
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I made these meringues for my daughter's birthday party and they were a huge success. The kids loved them!


Daris Gaming
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These meringues are so delicious and they're also gluten-free, which is a bonus for me.


Azgar Ali
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I love the combination of mint and chocolate in these meringues. They're the perfect after-dinner treat.


Bappy Paul
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I've made these meringues several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they look so impressive.


Kvngmk Automobile
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These meringues turned out so light and fluffy, just like little clouds of minty goodness. They were perfect for a springtime dessert.