Halloween Ghost Meringues
These Halloween ghost meringues are light, crisp, and melt-in-your-mouth treats that are perfect for spooky parties or fun family projects. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up these adorable, gluten-free ghosts that both kids and adults will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 meringue ghosts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Mini chocolate chips or melted dark chocolate (for faces)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Carefully separate 4 large egg whites from the yolks, ensuring no yolk gets into the whites.
- Place egg whites in a clean, dry mixing bowl. Add cream of tartar and a pinch of salt. Begin mixing at low speed until foamy (about 1 minute).
- With the mixer on medium-high, add granulated sugar one tablespoon at a time, allowing it to dissolve completely (about 3-4 minutes).
- Increase the speed to high and beat until the meringue is thick, glossy, and holds stiff peaks (about 5-7 minutes). Scrape down the sides as needed.
- Beat in vanilla extract until just combined.
- Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip (or use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped). Pipe tall ghost shapes onto the parchment, about 2 inches apart.
- Carefully press mini chocolate chips into the meringue for eyes, or use a toothpick dipped in melted chocolate to paint faces.
- Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes. Do not open the oven during baking.
- Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside for at least another hour.
- Gently peel meringues off the parchment and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Ensure all equipment is grease-free for best meringue volume. Add sugar slowly for a smooth, glossy finish. Store in an airtight container to keep crisp. If meringues soften, re-crisp in a low oven for 10 minutes. Humidity can affect texture—avoid making on very humid days if possible. Imperfect ghosts add charm!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meringue ghost
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Protein: 1
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