Rainbow Jello Meringue Kisses
Light-as-air pastel meringue kisses swirled with fruity jello flavors, perfect for parties, baby showers, or any celebration. These colorful treats are crisp, melt-in-your-mouth, and naturally gluten-free and fat-free.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 60-80 kisses (about 8-10 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites (about 120g)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Pinch of salt
- Assorted jello powder (about 1 tablespoon of each flavor/color: strawberry, lemon, lime, blue raspberry, grape, orange)
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Ensure mixing bowl and beaters are completely clean and dry.
- Carefully separate 4 large eggs, placing the whites into your mixing bowl. Avoid any yolk contamination.
- Add cream of tartar and a pinch of salt to the egg whites. Whip on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Increase speed to medium-high. Gradually add granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, waiting about 10 seconds between each addition. Whip until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- If using, gently fold in vanilla extract with a spatula, being careful not to deflate the meringue.
- Divide meringue evenly into 3-6 bowls (one for each color). Sprinkle about 1/2–1 teaspoon of a different jello powder into each bowl. Gently fold until color is streaky and pastel.
- Fit a piping bag with a large star tip. Layer spoonfuls of colored meringue side by side into the bag. Use a toothpick to drag a line of color up each side for extra rainbow effect if desired.
- Pipe small, tall kisses (about 1–1.5 inches wide) onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 90–120 minutes, or until kisses are dry to the touch and easily lift from the paper. Do not let them brown.
- Turn off oven and prop door open slightly. Let meringues cool in the oven for at least 1 hour before removing.
Notes
Ensure all equipment is grease-free for best meringue volume. Add sugar slowly for smooth texture. Bake on dry days for crisp results; humidity can make meringues sticky. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For bolder colors, use more jello powder, but too much can make meringues sticky. Let meringues cool slowly in the oven to prevent cracking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meringue kiss (about 3g)
- Calories: 12
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 6
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 0.3
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