Description
Keto Peppermint Meringue Clouds are a guilt-free treat that combines the lightness of meringue with the refreshing flavor of peppermint, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth on a keto diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup granulated erythritol (or your preferred keto sweetener)
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until foamy.
- Add the cream of tartar and a pinch of salt, then increase the speed to high and continue beating until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the erythritol, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the egg whites until the mixture is glossy and stiff peaks form (about 5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in the peppermint extract and vanilla extract until just combined.
- If using, fold in the sugar-free chocolate chips.
- Using a piping bag or a spoon, drop meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in small cloud shapes, about 1-2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meringues are dry and crisp.
- Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool completely inside with the door slightly ajar.
- Carefully remove the meringues from the parchment paper and store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
- For a festive twist, add a few drops of red food coloring to the meringue mixture before baking for a marbled effect.
- You can substitute the peppermint extract with almond extract for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 to 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meringue
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg