Vibrant Mexican Merengues

Traditional Mexican Merengues are light, airy, and vibrantly colored confections made from whipped egg whites and sugar. This vegetarian dessert offers a delightful crisp texture and a sweet, delicate flavor, perfect for a festive treat.

190 min6 servingsmexicandessert

Nutrition Facts

Per serving

Calories237

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 6g8%

Saturated Fat 5g23%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 5mg

Total Carbohydrate 48g18%

Dietary Fiber 1g3%

Total Sugars 47g

Protein 1g2%

Calcium 4.9mg

Iron 0.61mg3%

Potassium 85mg2%

Vitamin A 0.05mcg

Vitamin C 0.99mg1%

Vitamin B6 0.01mg1%

Vitamin E 0.49mg3%

Vitamin K 3.3mcg3%

Magnesium 25mg6%

Zinc 0.5mg5%

Folate 3.8mcg1%

Approximate values — some ingredient data may be incomplete.

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

4 count egg whites
1 cup sugar
0.5 teaspoon cream of tartar
0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
few drops red food coloring
few drops green food coloring
0.25 cup sweetened coconut
0.25 cup dark chocolate chips
2 tablespoons pine nuts

Instructions

1Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2In a clean, dry bowl, whip egg whites with cream of tartar and kosher salt on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
3Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, continuing to whip until stiff, glossy peaks form. Fold in vanilla bean paste, food coloring, sweetened coconut, and dark chocolate chips.
4Pipe or spoon meringue onto prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle with pine nuts if using.
5Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until meringues are dry, crisp, and easily lift off the parchment. Turn off oven and let them cool completely inside for extra crispness. Serve with lime and lemon wedges.

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