Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add salt and cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form.
  2. Beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until stiff and glossy.
  3. Spoon meringue into a pastry bag or a resealable plastic bag. If using a plastic bag, cut a 1 inch hole in the corner.
  4. Squeeze 1-1/2 inch kisses of meringue onto ungreased foil-lined baking sheets. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
  5. Bake at 225F for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until dry but not brown. Cool; remove from foil. Store in an airtight container.