Cherry Blossom Meringue Cookies
Springtime Sweetness: Let’s Make Adorable Cherry Blossom Meringue Cookies! 🌸 A Heartfelt Gift! (No Photos, But Super Easy to Follow!)
Introducing these vibrant pink meringue cookies, inspired by the beauty of spring cherry blossoms. Using a cherry blossom piping tip makes them extra special. They’re simple to make, perfect for a fun baking project, and an ideal homemade gift for your loved ones!
Ingredients- Strawberry Syrup: As needed (for color and flavor!)
- Cherry Blossom Piping Tip: 1 pc (creates lovely shapes)
- Piping Bag: 1 pc (to hold and pipe the meringue)
- Hand Mixer: 1 pc (essential for whipping egg whites)
- Food Coloring (Pink): A tiny amount on a toothpick (for a delicate blossom hue)
- Egg Whites: 3 pcs (use fresh eggs for best results)
- Granulated Sugar: 60g (typically double the weight of egg whites)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by separating 3 egg whites into a clean mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer to beat the egg whites on low speed until they resemble frothy beer foam. Crucially, do NOT add any sugar at this stage! Adding sugar too early will prevent the whites from whipping into a stable meringue.
Step 2
Once you have a beer-foam consistency, it’s time to add the granulated sugar. We’ll add it in three equal portions. Add the first portion of sugar and increase the mixer speed to medium. Continue mixing until the sugar is incorporated.
Step 3
Continue this process of adding sugar in three installments while mixing. Maintain a medium speed (around level 2-3 on your mixer) and beat the meringue until it becomes stiff, glossy, and holds firm peaks. You’ll know it’s ready when you can turn the bowl upside down without the meringue sliding out.
Step 4
Now, let’s add color and a hint of flavor! Stir in a small amount of strawberry syrup. Next, dip a toothpick into pink food coloring and add just a tiny amount to the meringue. Mix gently until you achieve your desired soft pink cherry blossom shade. The color will lighten slightly when baked, so don’t be afraid to go a little bolder!
Step 5
Check that the meringue is stiff enough to hold its shape. Fit the cherry blossom piping tip into your piping bag and fill it with the meringue. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and pipe the meringue cookies, aiming for 6-8 cookies per row. Pipe them carefully to create beautiful, delicate shapes. ♡
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 100°C (212°F). Bake the meringue cookies for approximately 60 minutes. The baking time and temperature may need slight adjustments based on your oven. Once baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely before packaging. Your lovely cherry blossom meringue cookies are ready to be enjoyed or gifted! 🎁
