Spooky & Sweet Ghost Meringues
Light and airy meringue ghosts, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 105 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips or edible eyes for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whip the egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Add the sugar gradually, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Incorporate the vanilla extract gently using a spatula.
- Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
- Pipe ghost shapes onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the meringues are dry and can be easily lifted off.
- Cool completely inside the oven.
- Decorate with chocolate chips or edible eyes.
Notes
Ensure your mixing bowl and beaters are completely clean and dry to help the egg whites whip to maximum volume.