Get ready to conjure up the most bewitching dessert that will make your Halloween party guests scream with delight! These ghostly Spooky Halloween Meringue Swirls are not just a treat, they're an edible work of supernatural art that combines creepy creativity with melt-in-your-mouth sweetness. With their hauntingly beautiful black and orange swirls and adorable ghost shapes, these meringues are the perfect blend of spooky and delicious that will cast a spell on everyone who takes a bite.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 1 hrs
Total Time: 1 hrs 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 pieces
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (black, orange)
Instructions
- Ensure all equipment is completely clean and free from any grease. Separate egg whites carefully, making sure no yolk is present, as this will prevent proper meringue formation.
- Allow egg whites to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes, which helps them whip up more effectively and create a more stable meringue.
- Preheat the oven to 200°F (95°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large, clean metal or glass mixing bowl, add egg whites and cream of tartar. Begin whisking with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to whisk. Increase mixer speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form and sugar is completely dissolved.
- Gently fold in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Divide meringue into two separate bowls. Add black food coloring to one bowl and orange food coloring to the other, mixing carefully to create even color distribution.
- Prepare a large piping bag fitted with a star tip. Create a striped effect by painting thin stripes of black and orange food coloring inside the piping bag before adding meringue.
- Carefully transfer the colored meringue into the prepared piping bag. Pipe ghost and swirl shapes onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each meringue.
- Place baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour, or until meringues are crisp and can be easily lifted from the parchment paper.
- Turn off the oven and leave meringues inside with the door slightly ajar to cool completely, which helps prevent cracking.
- Once completely cooled, use black gel icing or melted dark chocolate to add spooky faces to the ghost-shaped meringues if desired.
- Store meringues in an airtight container at room temperature, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Tips
- • Always use absolutely clean, grease-free equipment to ensure your meringue whips up perfectly • Room temperature egg whites are crucial - they create more volume and stability • Use gel food coloring for more vibrant colors without affecting meringue texture • Pipe slowly and steadily to create clean, defined ghost and swirl shapes • Low and slow baking is key - patience prevents cracking and ensures crisp meringues • Allow meringues to cool completely in the oven with the door slightly ajar to prevent moisture buildup • Store in an airtight container to maintain their crisp texture • For extra spooky effect, add cute or scary faces with black gel icing or melted chocolate
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 36kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
