Description
Ghost Meringue Pops are a delightful and spooky treat perfect for Halloween celebrations. These light and airy meringues are shaped like ghosts and can be enjoyed by both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips (for eyes)
- Lollipop sticks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy.
- Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while beating until stiff peaks form and the mixture is glossy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a round tip.
- Pipe ghost shapes onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure to leave space between each one.
- Insert a lollipop stick into the bottom of each ghost.
- Place chocolate chips on the meringues for eyes.
- Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meringues are dry and can be easily lifted off the parchment.
- Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool completely inside.
Notes
- Ensure that your mixing bowl and beaters are completely clean and dry for the best results.
- Store the meringue pops in an airtight container to keep them crisp.
- Feel free to decorate the ghosts with edible glitter for an extra spooky touch!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Ghost Meringue Pops, Halloween treats, spooky desserts, meringue recipes