Description
Ghoulish Ghost Meringues are delightful, airy treats shaped like playful ghosts, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites: Make sure they are at room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar: Essential for creating the meringue’s structure and sweetness.
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar: Stabilizes the egg whites.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: For flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional): Adds a unique twist.
- Dark chocolate chips or melted dark chocolate: For decorating eyes and mouths.
- Pinch of salt: Enhances flavor.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean mixing bowl, whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until frothy.
- Gradually add sugar, beating until glossy and stiff peaks form.
- Pipe ghost shapes onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until dry and easily lift off the parchment.
- Cool completely and decorate with chocolate for eyes and mouths.
Notes
- Use fresh, large egg whites for better whipping.
- Avoid using powdered sugar as it can make meringue too soft.
- Consider adding food coloring for colorful ghosts.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 to 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meringue
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Ghoulish Ghost Meringues, Halloween treats, meringue recipe, spooky desserts