Description
Marbled meringue hearts are enchanting, airy confections that add a touch of romance to any dessert table. With their delightful pink and white swirls, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. Easy to make yet visually stunning, marbled meringue hearts will impress your loved ones while evoking joy and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring (various colors)
- Parchment paper for baking
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200?F (93?C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, continuing to whip until stiff glossy peaks appear.
- Gently fold in vanilla extract without deflating the mixture.
- Divide meringue into bowls, adding gel food coloring to each and swirling gently.
- Pipe heart shapes onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
- Bake for about 1 hour until dry and crisp; turn off oven and cool inside without opening the door.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meringue heart (15g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg