Bring festive cheer to your holiday table with delightful Christmas tree meringues! These sweet treats are as fun to make as they are to eat, and easy to make too! These adorable cookies are perfect for gifting or adding a touch of holiday magic to any dessert spreads. 

Ingredients 

3 large egg whites

1/4 tsp cream of tartar

1 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp almond extract (or any flavor you prefer)

Green food coloring

Sprinkles, edible glitter, or powdered sugar (for decoration)

Tools

Baking sheet

Parchment paper

Large bowl

Electric mixer

Piping bag + star tip 

Recipe

Step One

Preheat the oven to 225°F (107°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 

Step Two

In a large bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.

Step Three 

Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat on high speed until stiff peaks form. (You can tell it’s done if you can put it over your head without spilling!)

Step Four

Add the almond (or other flavor) extract and green food coloring, mixing until evenly colored.

Step Five 

Transfer the meringue mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. 

Step Six

Pipe the meringue into small tree shapes on the prepared baking sheet.

Step Seven 

Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, then turn off the oven and let the cookies cool completely inside the oven.

Step Eight 

Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or sparkles, or decorate with sprinkles!

ENJOY!