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Absolutely! Here’s a charming and sweet article for a delightful treat: Pastel Kisses.
Pastel Kisses: Light, Colorful, and Sweet Little Bites of Joy
If you’re looking for a dessert that’s as pretty as it is delicious, look no further than Pastel Kisses. These delicate, melt-in-your-mouth meringue cookies are light, crisp, and gently sweet—perfect for adding a pop of color and charm to any dessert table.
Made with just a few simple ingredients and tinted in soft pastel shades, these airy confections are ideal for spring celebrations, baby showers, tea parties, or as a thoughtful homemade gift.
💕 What Are Pastel Kisses?
Pastel Kisses are mini meringue cookies made by whipping egg whites and sugar into stiff peaks, then piping them into dainty shapes and baking at a low temperature until dry and crisp. Their soft pastel coloring gives them a dreamy, cloud-like appearance that’s both whimsical and elegant.
🛒 Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or almond extract for a twist)
- Gel food coloring (pastel shades like pink, lavender, mint, and baby blue)
👩🍳 How to Make Pastel Kisses
1. Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Beat the Egg Whites
In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add the sugar, a tablespoon at a time, and increase to high speed. Continue beating until the mixture forms stiff, glossy peaks.
3. Flavor and Color
Gently fold in the vanilla extract. Divide the meringue into separate bowls if using multiple colors. Add a drop or two of gel food coloring to each bowl and gently fold until evenly tinted.
4. Pipe the Kisses
Transfer the meringue into piping bags fitted with sta