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Monster Meringues

Monster Meringues: Fun, Colorful Treats for Halloween Joy

These Monster Meringues are colorful, fun treats perfect for Halloween, delivering a unique crunch and chewy interior.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 40
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue Base
  • 4 pieces Egg Whites Room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Use superfine for better texture
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Optional, for stability
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla or Almond Extract Optional, choose your favorite flavor
For the Color and Fun
  • 3 drops Gel Food Coloring Neon purple, orange, green
  • 1 cup Candy Eyes For decoration

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper or silicone mat
  • Piping bag
  • whisk

Method
 

Steps for Monster Meringues
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Ensure your mixing bowl and whisk are completely grease-free.
  3. In your stand mixer, add 4 egg whites and beat on medium speed until frothy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar and continue mixing until soft peaks form.
  5. Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  6. Divide the meringue into three bowls and color each with gel food coloring.
  7. Pipe dollops of the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, keeping them about 1 inch apart.
  8. Bake for 2 hours, then turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside for 1 hour to cool.
  9. Once cooled, decorate with candy eyes, securing them with melted white chocolate if necessary.
  10. Store leftover meringues in an airtight container at room temperature.

Notes

These meringues are simple and stunning, perfect for any festive gathering. Ensure all equipment is grease-free for best results.