Meringue Mushrooms
Light and airy meringue mushrooms, perfect for decorating holiday desserts like Buche de Noel.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 120
- Total Time: 135
- Yield: 20-25 mushrooms
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°F (95°C).
- Whisk the egg whites in a clean mixing bowl until soft peaks form.
- Add the granulated sugar gradually while whisking until stiff peaks form.
- Incorporate the vanilla extract and cream of tartar gently.
- Prepare a piping bag fitted with a round tip and fill it with the meringue mixture.
- Pipe small mushroom shapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until dry and crisp.
- Cool completely and dust lightly with cocoa powder.
- Serve as decoration or enjoy as sweet treats.
Notes
Ensure equipment is clean and dry for best results. Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness.