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Polar Bear Meringue Kisses

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Polar Bear Meringue Kisses are sweet, crisp, and airy treats shaped like adorable polar bear faces—perfect for holiday parties or winter gifting. With their marshmallowy centers and cute decorations, they’re as fun to make as they are to eat.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1.5–2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 30–40 meringue kisses
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 3 large egg whites
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp cream of tartar (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 oz white chocolate (for ears and snouts)
  • Mini chocolate chips or black decorating gel (for eyes and nose)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar and beat to soft peaks.
  3. Gradually add sugar while beating until stiff, glossy peaks form. Beat in vanilla extract.
  4. Transfer meringue to a piping bag fitted with a round tip and pipe small mounds for bear heads onto baking sheet.
  5. Melt white chocolate and pipe small circles above each mound to form ears.
  6. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until dry. Turn off oven and let meringues cool inside with the door slightly ajar.
  7. Once cooled, decorate with mini chocolate chips or black gel for eyes and noses. Use melted white chocolate to attach snouts if desired.

Notes

  • Use lemon juice or vinegar as a cream of tartar substitute if needed.
  • Add peppermint or almond extract for a flavor twist.
  • Tint meringue with food coloring for fun variations.
  • Store in an airtight container in a dry place for up to 5 days.
  • Do not refrigerate or freeze—moisture ruins the texture.

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