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Polar Bear Meringue Kisses

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Polar Bear Meringue Kisses are light, crisp winter treats piped into adorable bear faces and decorated with marshmallows and chocolate chips. These gluten-free, low-fat sweets are perfect for the holiday season—whether for gifting, cookie exchanges, or simply a cute and festive baking project.

Ingredients

  • 4 egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 12 mini marshmallows, halved (for ears)
  • 48 mini chocolate chips or black edible pearls (for eyes and noses)
  • Optional: melted white chocolate (for attaching decorations)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until foamy, then add cream of tartar.
  3. Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until glossy with stiff peaks.
  4. Mix in vanilla extract carefully to avoid deflating the meringue.
  5. Spoon mixture into a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.
  6. Pipe round mounds onto baking sheet to form bear heads.
  7. Attach halved mini marshmallows as ears, and place chocolate chips or pearls for eyes and nose. Use melted white chocolate if needed to help them stick.
  8. Bake for 1½ hours. Turn off oven and let meringues sit inside for 1 hour to fully dry.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Add a drop of peppermint or almond extract for flavor variety.
  • Tint meringue with food coloring for playful variations.
  • Dust finished bears with edible glitter or powdered sugar for a shimmer effect.
  • Pipe mini versions for bite-sized treats—adjust bake time accordingly.
  • Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

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