Lime Meringue Kisses Cookie Recipe
Brighten up your dessert table with these delightful Lime Meringue Kisses—delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies infused with zesty lime flavor. This easy recipe combines simple ingredients like fluffy egg whites, granulated and powdered sugar, and a touch of cream of tartar to achieve the perfect airy texture. The addition of fresh lime juice and fragrant lime zest creates a refreshing citrus twist, while optional green food coloring adds a playful pop of color. These light and crispy cookies are perfect for any occasion, from afternoon tea to festive gatherings. With a low-and-slow baking method that ensures crisp perfection, this meringue cookie recipe is as fun to make as it is to eat. Whip up a batch of these lime-infused treats and savor their tangy sweetness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Egg whites
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoons Cream of tartar
- 1 drop Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large, clean mixing bowl, combine the egg whites and cream of tartar.
Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add the granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the mixture. Increase the speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form, approximately 4-5 minutes.
Sift the powdered sugar over the meringue and gently fold it in using a spatula until fully incorporated.
Add the lime zest, lime juice, and green food coloring (if desired), then gently fold to combine, taking care not to deflate the meringue.
Transfer the meringue mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip. Pipe small mounds (about 1 to 1.5 inches wide) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake the meringues in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, or until they are crisp and can easily be lifted off the parchment paper.
Turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside to cool completely, about 1 hour. This helps ensure they stay crisp.
Once cooled, transfer the lime meringue kisses to an airtight container for storage. Enjoy as a light and zesty treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
823 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 166 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.8 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 298 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
