Description
Delightful and spooky ghost-shaped meringues that are gluten-free and perfect for Halloween or any festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- Chocolate chips (for eyes)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy.
- Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while beating until stiff peaks form and the mixture is glossy.
- Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
- Pipe ghost shapes onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure to leave space between each one.
- Press chocolate chips into the meringues for eyes.
- Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meringues are dry and can be easily lifted off the parchment.
- Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool completely inside the oven.
Notes
- Ensure that your mixing bowl and beaters are completely clean and dry for the best results.
- Store meringues in an airtight container to keep them crisp.
- Feel free to add food coloring to the meringue for a fun twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meringue
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg