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Styling by Esther Ottensoser
Photography by Felicia Perretti

Dreidel Meringue Pops

Easy to bake and fun to eat, these pretty meringue pops are a light and airy treat. They whip up in no time at all — just use any classic meringue recipe, some piping bags, and a couple of star tips for decorating. Add food coloring to the batter to make beautiful colorful swirls and then top with your favorite sprinkles for a fun homemade treat.

You will need:

• cardstock or paper
• parchment paper
• lollipop sticks
• ribbon (optional)
• sprinkles, if desired

Meringues

• 1/2 cup egg whites (approximately 3 extra-large whites), at room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• gel food coloring (I used royal blue, teal, and light blue)

Preheat oven to 210°F (100°C).

Cut a dreidel shape out of cardstock or paper. (I started off with a 4×5-inch sheet of paper.) Trace dreidels onto parchment paper, leaving enough space for sticks. Repeat with a second sheet of parchment. Line two baking sheets with the parchment, pencil side down, and set aside.

In the bowl of a clean stand mixer or a large bowl with a hand mixer, begin whisking the egg whites with the whisk attachment until soft peaks form. Gradually start adding the sugar. Beat another 1–2 minutes until stiff peaks form.