Easy Peppermint Meringues |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 36 |
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Ingredients:
8 egg whites |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar |
1/2 cup sugar |
2 peppermint candy canes, crushed |
Directions:
1. In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.
2. Sprinkle with salt and cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form.
3. Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form, about 7 minutes.
4. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased foil or paper-lined baking sheets; sprinkle with the crushed candy.
5. Bake at 225° for 1-1/2 hours.
6. Turn off heat; leave cookies in the oven with the door ajar for at least 1 hour or until cool. Store in an airtight container.
7. Yield: 3 dozen.
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