Popular in the ’60s, meringues have made a stylish comeback on festive dessert trays. These no-fat, low-cal melt-in-your-mouth kisses will delight guests of all ages.
Candy Cane
Finely chop enough candy canes to measure 1/3 cup (75 mL). Fold into meringue mixture.
Mochaccino
Before beating in sugar, stir 2 tbsp (30 mL) sifted cocoa powder with sugar. Sprinkle with instant coffee granules and bake.
Christmas Swirl
After forming kisses, drip 1 drop of red food colouring onto each. Swirl through using a toothpick. Bake as above.
Holiday Sparkle
Sprinkle unbaked meringues with tiny silver or gold candy balls and/or gold leaf.
Coffee-Kissed
Sprinkle with instant coffee granules. Bake as above.
VARIATIONS
Following the recipe above, try these: