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Tree Meringue Cookies

Light, crisp holiday meringue cookies shaped like festive trees, perfect for Christmas dessert tables and gifting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 30 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meringue Base
  • 4 egg whites room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 drop green gel food coloring

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Piping bag
  • Star piping tip
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 225°F (110°C) and line baking sheets.
  2. Beat egg whites until foamy, then add cream of tartar.
  3. Gradually add sugar and beat to stiff peaks.
  4. Mix in vanilla and food coloring.
  5. Pipe tree shapes onto baking sheets.
  6. Decorate with sprinkles.
  7. Bake and cool completely in oven.

Notes

Avoid humid environments for best texture. Store airtight.