Crunchy Mini Meringues Recipe

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

cream of tartar

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice can stabilize egg whites similarly.

Preheat the oven to low heat, around 200°F (95°C).

In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.

Add cream of tartar and salt; continue beating until soft peaks form.

Gradually add granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while beating until stiff peaks form.

Mix in vanilla extract and food coloring, if desired.

Spoon or pipe the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in small dollops.

Bake for 1-2 hours until meringues are dry and crisp.

Turn off the oven and let meringues cool inside for an hour.

Carefully remove meringues from parchment paper and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

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