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Homemade Suspiritos (Dominican Merenguitos Meringue Kisses) recipe photo

Suspiritos (Dominican Merenguitos Meringue Kisses)

These Suspiritos are light, airy, and bursting with flavor! Perfect for any occasion, these meringue kisses are sure to impress!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Dominican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 egg whites Egg Whites (from 3 medium eggs or 2 large eggs, at room temperature, 100 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (100 g)
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar (1 cup minus 2 tablespoons, 100 g, sifted)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (see notes)
  • 1 teaspoon Pineapple Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Banana Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Unsweetened Cocoa
  • 1/2 teaspoon Instant Coffee
  • Sprinkles (of your choice)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Piping bag
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C). This low temperature is key to drying out the meringues rather than baking them.
  2. Step 2: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the meringues from sticking.
  3. Step 3: In a clean mixing bowl, add the egg whites and cream of tartar. Beat them on medium speed until soft peaks form (about 3-5 minutes).
  4. Step 4: Gradually add the granulated sugar, continuing to beat on high speed until stiff peaks form (an additional 3-5 minutes).
  5. Step 5: Gently fold in the sifted powdered sugar, cocoa, and instant coffee.
  6. Step 6: Add the vanilla, pineapple, banana, and almond extracts and fold them in gently.
  7. Step 7: Transfer the meringue mixture into your piping bag and pipe small dollops onto the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Step 8: Sprinkle your favorite toppings on the meringue kisses.
  9. Step 9: Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and let the meringues cool completely inside.
  10. Step 10: Once cooled, carefully remove the Suspiritos from the parchment paper, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure your mixing bowl and beaters are completely clean and free of grease.
  • Use room temperature egg whites for better whipping.
  • Don’t skip the cream of tartar; it stabilizes the egg whites.
  • Be patient when adding sugar; add it gradually.