Meringue Bones for Halloween

Name: Meringue Bones for Halloween
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 150 min
Yield: 60
Ingredients: Egg whites (from about 3 medium eggs) ½ cup; Salt 1 pinch; Vanilla 1 bag; Powdered sugar 1.67 cups; Lemon juice drop a few

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Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 14
Carbohydrates g 3.4
of which sugars g 3.4
Protein g 0.2
Sodium mg 22

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 2 h
Makes: 60 pieces
Cost: Low
Note + 2 hours of resting in the oven

PRESENTATION

Ghostly white with a shiny finish, meringue bones make every Halloween treat table a little more fun. These crisp yet light goodies usually bring out smiles from anyone who sees them, since their whimsical bone shapes always look extra SPOOKY in a crowd of regular desserts. Kids spot these spooky desserts right away because they're playful and sweet (but never too much), so families turn to this gluten-free dessert any time they want safe snacks with a fun twist. Great for parties, these treats steal attention on a dessert spread—honestly, just their GOOFY shape gets everyone giggling before they even get a taste. Pillowy inside and easy to munch, meringue bones definitely check every box for Halloween occasions, school events, or simple family get-togethers, since they're just so easy to serve next to cakes, cupcakes, or fruit (especially if you're juggling other easy meringue recipes too).

Busy families almost always appreciate these SMILING bones since they fit into little hands, pop into lunchboxes, and next to a cup of cocoa without crumbling everywhere—which is a REAL relief for home cooks trying to keep things neat on the busiest days. Versatility absolutely shines here: decorate tables with stacks of these great meringues, put them in goodie bags, or add chocolate chips for an even more playful look. Egg whites and cream of tartar team up for reliable, soft yet crunchy bones, which is honestly what families most want when serving Halloween treats to a big group. Since these bite-sized treats are naturally gluten-free and have a simple, tasteful finish, everyone feels included and happy—even those with diet needs. These easy to customize meringue bones match well with every fun Halloween recipe lineup, sitting next to all kinds of festive treats while still earning plenty of attention for their simple, kid-friendly charm. By the end of the night, it’s pretty much guaranteed you’ll see empty plates, full smiles...and the Halloween spirit made DELICIOUS.

How to prepare Meringue Bones for Halloween

To prepare meringue bones for Halloween, preheat the oven to 194°F. Separate the yolks from the whites 1 and place the whites in a stand mixer 2, along with a pinch of salt. Turn on the mixer and beat the whites until very stiff, then incorporate the powdered sugar one tablespoon at a time 3.

and the vanilla powder 4; finally, add a few drops of lemon juice 5. Mix gently to incorporate all the ingredients; once ready, the meringue mixture will be compact as shown in the photo 6.

Now pour the mixture into a pastry bag equipped with a medium, plain nozzle 7, then line a baking tray with parchment paper and start forming the bones, shaping them with the pastry bag 8. Bake everything at 194°F for about 2 hours 9, then turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside for another two hours, keeping the oven slightly open. When the meringues are dry and cool, remove them from the oven and ...Happy Halloween!