Mini meringue ghost

MINI MERINGUE GHOST

Recipe for mini meringue in the shape of a ghost for Halloween. Boo!!!

Serving: About 50 small - Prep Time: 30 minutes - Cook Time: 40 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 6 eggs, whites
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1 mL (1/4 tsp.) cream of tartar
• 375 mL (1 ½ cups) sugar
• 5 mL (1 teaspoon) vanilla extract
• A few small black pearls

PREPARATION

1. Preheat oven, rack in center, to 140°C (275°F).

2. Using a hand mixer, beat egg whites with salt until semi-stiff.

3. Gradually fold in cream of tartar, sugar and vanilla extract.

4. Fill a pastry bag with a round tip.

5. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, form little ghosts and bake for 30 to 40 minutes. Baking time may be longer depending on the size of the meringues.

6. For the eyes, place 2 pearls on each ghost and glue them with a little water.