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Snowman meringues

Ingredients: 2 egg whites, 100g castor sugar, 2 tablespoons icing sugar, 1 tsp butter, 1 tsp hot water. To decorate: either Smarties, chocolate drops or hundreds and thousands Children's age: This recipe is suitable for all ages

Children's age: This recipe is suitable for all ages

Makes: 3 to 4 snowmen

Preparation time: 10 to 15 minutes

Cooking time: 1 to 1 1/2 hours

T = together A = adult

T Weigh up all the ingredients.

T Separate the eggs and place the whites into a dry, clean, greaseproof bowl. You will not need the yolks for this recipe, but could make some fresh custard with the egg yolks.

T Whisk the whites with an electric mixer or a balloon whisk, until doubled in size and light and fluffy.

T Gradually add the castor sugar while whisking. The mixture should appear glossy, shiny and firm. The meringue should stand up in peaks and be able to hold its shape.

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