Meringue Kerstboompjes – Festive, Light, and Sweet Holiday Trees 🎄🍭
These Meringue Kerstboompjes are the perfect treat to add a sweet, light, and festive touch to your holiday celebrations. Shaped like miniature Christmas trees, they’re not only delicious but also a visual delight. Decorated with sprinkles and a dusting of powdered sugar, they’re the ideal holiday treat!
Ingredients:
3 large egg whites (room temperature) 🥚
1 ½ cups granulated sugar 🍬
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🍦
½ teaspoon cream of tartar ✨
A pinch of salt 🧂
Green food coloring (gel or liquid) 🎨
Gold star-shaped sprinkles 🌟 (for the tops)
Holiday-themed nonpareils or sprinkles 🍬 (for decoration)
Powdered sugar (for dusting) 🍚
Instructions:
Prepare the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 200°F (90°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make the Meringue:
In a clean, dry mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites and a pinch of salt on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form (this means the egg whites should stand up straight when you lift the beaters).
Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to whisk on high speed. This helps to make the meringue glossy and smooth.
Once all the sugar is added, whisk in the vanilla extract. The meringue should be thick and glossy, and the sugar should be fully dissolved (you can check by rubbing a small amount of meringue between your fingers; it should feel smooth, not gritty).
Add the green food coloring and gently fold it in, making sure the color is evenly distributed.
Pipe the Meringue:
Transfer the meringue into a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle.
Pipe small tree shapes onto the prepared baking sheet. Start with a wide base and gradually narrow the top as you pipe upward to create a tree shape. You can make small or large trees depending on your preference.
If you like, you can pipe small dollops of meringue on top to create a "tree top" effect.
Bake the Meringues:
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 1 ½ to 2 hours, or until the meringues are completely dry and crisp to the touch.
Turn off the oven and allow the meringues to cool completely in the oven (with the door slightly ajar), which will help them dry out fully and prevent cracking.
Decorate the Meringue Trees:
Once the meringues are completely cooled, carefully remove them from the parchment paper.
Sprinkle gold star-shaped sprinkles on top of each tree for a festive star.
Add holiday-themed nonpareils or other colorful sprinkles around the base to resemble ornaments or garlands.
Lightly dust the trees with powdered sugar for a snowy effect.
Serve and Enjoy:
These Meringue Kerstboompjes make the perfect holiday treat to serve at parties or as a beautiful edible decoration. They are light, sweet, and a delightful addition to your festive table!
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