Viral Meringue Animal Recipe for TikTok
These delightful meringue animals float just like marshmallows in your cocoa, offering a whimsical twist to your favorite hot drink. Perfect for showcasing on TikTok, this viral recipe blends adorable presentation with airy, melt-in-your-mouth sweetness.
Equipment
- Stand or hand mixer
- Mixing bowls (preferably glass or metal)
- Piping bags with assorted decorating tips
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites at room temperature
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup superfine sugar
- Food coloring optional, for decorating features
Instructions
- Set your oven to 200°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a grease-free mixing bowl, whip the egg whites with cream of tartar until you get soft peaks.
- Slowly sprinkle in the superfine sugar while beating continuously until stiff peaks form and the mixture is glossy.
- If you plan to add colors, divide the meringue and gently fold in food coloring as needed.
- Spoon the mixture into piping bags equipped with various tips. Test your animal shapes on a piece of parchment before starting the final versions.
- Pipe your chosen animal shapes onto the lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Use piping tools or toothpicks to sculpt facial features or ears.
- Bake for 1 hour, ensuring the meringues dry out completely without gaining any color. Once done, turn off the oven and allow them to cool inside with the door ajar for extra crispness.
Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Keep them away from humidity.
Common Mistakes: Ensure all tools are completely clean and dry to prevent deflating the mixture. Avoid adding sugar too quickly.
Vegan Option: Use aquafaba (liquid from canned chickpeas) instead of egg whites and omit cream of tartar or replace with lemon juice.
Substitutions: Lemon juice or vinegar can replace cream of tartar for stabilizing the meringue.
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