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Polar Bear Meringue Kisses

These delightful meringue kisses resemble cute polar bears and are perfect for parties or holidays, offering a light and sweet treat that's fun to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Decorating Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips for decorating
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut for dusting
  • to taste Edible eyes (or chocolate chips)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean bowl, add the egg whites and cream of tartar. Beat with an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually add the sugar while whisking until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  4. Gently stir in the vanilla extract.
Piping and Baking
  1. Transfer the meringue mixture into a piping bag fitted with a round tip and pipe small rounds for polar bear bodies and smaller ones for snouts.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours until dry and easily lift off the parchment paper. Cool completely on a wire rack.
Decoration
  1. Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler and use it to add details like eyes and mouths on the cooled meringue kisses.
  2. Sprinkle shredded coconut over the meringues to create a snowy look.

Notes

Store meringue kisses in an airtight container for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage.