Meringue Cloud Hearts

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 200 degrees F.
2. 2
   Line 2 heavy large baking sheets with parchment paper.
3. 3
   Place egg whites in clean bowl of an electric mixer.
4. 4
   Beat on medium speed until foamy.
5. 5
   Add cream of tartar and increase speed to high.
6. 6
   Continue beating until soft peaks form.
7. 7
   Mix in salt.
8. 8
   Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form, about 5 minutes.
9. 9
   Quickly mix in food coloring, 1 drop at a time, until desired color is achieved.
10. 10
    Transfer meringue to a pastry bag fitted with the star tip.
11. 11
    Pipe 2-inch-diameter heart-shape meringues onto prepared baking sheets, spacing evenly apart.
12. 12
    Bake for 1 hour, or until dry and crispy when broken in half.
13. 13
    Cool meringues completely on baking sheets.
14. 14
    Store in airtight container at room temperature.