Description
Indulge in the whimsical delight of Funfetti Meringue Drops with Sprinkles! These airy treats are a perfect blend of sweetness and crunch, melting in your mouth with every bite. Bursting with vibrant colors and playful sprinkles, they are ideal for celebrations or a sweet afternoon pick-me-up. With a foolproof recipe that guarantees professional results, even novice bakers will impress their friends and family. Elevate your dessert game and bring joy to any occasion with these delightful meringue drops!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp gel food coloring (any color)
- 1/2 cup sprinkles (nonpareils or jimmies)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a clean mixing bowl, whip the egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar while continuing to whip until glossy, stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the vanilla extract and gel food coloring until combined.
- Carefully incorporate the sprinkles using a spatula, ensuring not to deflate the mixture.
- Scoop heaping tablespoons of meringue onto prepared sheets about an inch apart.
- Bake for 1 to 1.5 hours until dry and crisp but not browned; turn off the oven and let cool completely inside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating almond extract or crushed freeze-dried fruit. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.