Honey Meringue Kisses

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   Tip: Make sure to grease the parchment paper with a little bit of butter to prevent the meringues from sticking.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

   Tip: Make sure the bowl and beaters are clean and dry to avoid any grease affecting the meringues.

3. 3

   Gradually add the granulated sugar to the egg whites, beating continuously until stiff peaks form.

   Tip: Add the powdered sugar in stages, allowing the mixture to thicken before adding more.

4. 4

   Add the honey, salt, and cream of tartar to the egg mixture and whip until combined.

   Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.

5. 5

   Add the softened butter to the egg mixture and whip until combined.

   Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.

6. 6

   Sift the baking soda and confectioner's sugar over the egg mixture and whip until combined.

   Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to remove any lumps and ensure they are evenly distributed.

7. 7

   Add the vanilla extract to the egg mixture and whip until combined.

8. 8

   Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.

   Tip: Make sure to squeeze out any air pockets before piping the mixture.

9. 9

   Pipe small kisses onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 cm of space between each kiss.

   Tip: Make sure to pipe the kisses in a consistent size to ensure even baking.

10. 10

    Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the meringues are dry and crisp.

    Tip: Make sure to keep an eye on the meringues during the baking time, as they can go from perfectly cooked to burnt quickly.

11. 11

    Allow the meringues to cool completely on the baking sheet.

    Tip: Make sure to let the meringues cool completely to prevent them from breaking or shattering.

12. 12

    Once cool, transfer the meringues to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Tip: Make sure to handle the meringues gently to prevent them from breaking or shattering.

13. 13

    Store the meringues in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

    Tip: Make sure to keep the meringues away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve their freshness.