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21 Fall-Inspired Meringues That Melt in Your Mouth

October 29, 2025 by Jenna Collins Leave a Comment


Introduction

Light, airy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious — meringues are the little clouds of sweetness that make fall even more delightful. These 21 fall-inspired meringue recipes bring cozy seasonal flavors like maple, chai, pumpkin, and apple into one elegant treat. Perfect for gifting, gatherings, or just nibbling with a cup of tea, they’re proof that fall desserts can be both fancy and comforting.


1. Maple Cinnamon Meringues


Sweet maple syrup and a hint of cinnamon make these meringues cozy and aromatic.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 225°F (110°C).
  2. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form, then add sugar gradually.
  3. Mix in maple syrup and cinnamon.
  4. Pipe onto parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake 1½ hours until crisp.

How to Serve It
Dust with extra cinnamon before serving.


2. Pumpkin Spice Meringues


These cookies capture pumpkin spice flavor in a bite-sized cloud.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¼ tsp pumpkin spice
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Whip egg whites and sugar until glossy.
  2. Fold in spice and vanilla.
  3. Bake at 225°F for 90 minutes.

How to Serve It
Serve with whipped cream or crumble over pumpkin pie.


3. Salted Caramel Meringues


Sweet and salty, these melt-in-your-mouth treats feel indulgent.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp caramel sauce
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Make stiff meringue peaks.
  2. Swirl in caramel gently.
  3. Bake 1½ hours at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Top with extra caramel drizzle.


4. Chai Meringues


Fragrant with cloves, cinnamon, and cardamom — like a sip of chai in cookie form.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp chai spice mix

Instructions

  1. Beat whites, gradually add sugar.
  2. Fold in chai spice.
  3. Bake at 225°F for 90 minutes.

How to Serve It
Enjoy with a cup of warm chai latte.


5. Apple Pie Meringues


Everything you love about apple pie in a crunchy, airy version.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp apple puree
  • ½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Whip whites and sugar to stiff peaks.
  2. Swirl in apple puree.
  3. Bake 1½ hours at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Sprinkle with crushed graham crumbs.


6. Brown Sugar Meringues


Brown sugar gives a caramelized depth to these light bites.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Beat whites until frothy.
  2. Slowly add sugar until glossy.
  3. Bake 1 hour 45 minutes at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Serve with chocolate drizzle.


7. Gingerbread Meringues


Chewy, spicy, and perfect with holiday flavors.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Whip whites to stiff peaks.
  2. Fold in spices.
  3. Bake 90 minutes at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Dust with powdered sugar for a snowy touch.


8. Pecan Pie Meringues


Nutty, sweet, and crunchy — a nod to classic pecan pie.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Make meringue base and pipe rounds.
  2. Sprinkle with pecans.
  3. Bake 1½ hours at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Drizzle caramel just before serving.


9. Maple Walnut Meringues


Maple syrup and walnuts add warmth and texture.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Whip, add maple syrup.
  2. Pipe and bake 90 minutes.

How to Serve It
Top with a walnut half.


10. Chocolate Swirl Meringues


Crisp on the outside, chocolatey on the inside.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp melted chocolate

Instructions

  1. Swirl chocolate gently into meringue.
  2. Bake 1½ hours at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Serve with espresso or coffee.


11. Toasted Hazelnut Meringues


A sophisticated crunch with fall nutty flavor.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup toasted hazelnuts

Instructions

  1. Make meringue and top with nuts.
  2. Bake 90 minutes at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Drizzle with Nutella if desired.


12. Spiced Honey Meringues


Sweetened naturally and flavored like warm tea.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • ½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Beat whites, add sugar, then honey.
  2. Bake 1½ hours at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Serve with extra honey drizzle.


13. Espresso Meringues


Crisp, sweet, and kissed with coffee flavor.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp instant espresso powder

Instructions

  1. Mix and bake 90 minutes at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Pair with mocha drizzle.


14. Cranberry Meringues


Tart and sweet with a pop of color.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp cranberry puree

Instructions

  1. Fold cranberry puree gently into meringue.
  2. Bake 90 minutes at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Top with dried cranberry bits.


15. Cinnamon Pecan Meringues


A classic southern-inspired twist for fall snacking.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Pipe rounds, sprinkle pecans.
  2. Bake 1½ hours at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Serve with spiced coffee.


16. Apple Cider Meringues


A crisp treat with tangy cider flavor.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp apple cider concentrate

Instructions

  1. Add cider after stiff peaks form.
  2. Bake 90 minutes at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Drizzle with cider glaze.


17. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Meringues


The best of pumpkin spice and chocolate in one bite.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin purée
  • 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Fold pumpkin and chips into meringue.
  2. Bake 90 minutes at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Serve with whipped cream.


18. Maple Chai Meringues


Sweet and spiced with a cozy tea-inspired flavor.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • ½ tsp chai spice

Instructions

  1. Mix and pipe meringues.
  2. Bake 1½ hours at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Dust with extra spice before serving.


19. Brown Butter Pecan Meringues


Nutty, aromatic, and perfectly crisp.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp browned butter
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Fold browned butter gently.
  2. Bake 90 minutes at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Add a drizzle of buttered caramel.


20. Chocolate Dipped Meringues


Simple yet elegant — the ultimate pairing of texture and flavor.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 4 oz dark chocolate

Instructions

  1. Make meringues and bake 1½ hours at 225°F.
  2. Dip cooled cookies in melted chocolate.

How to Serve It
Let chocolate harden before serving.


21. Cinnamon Sugar Meringue Kisses


Delicate, spiced, and addictive — perfect fall treats.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ tsp cinnamon sugar blend

Instructions

  1. Pipe kisses and sprinkle sugar.
  2. Bake 90 minutes at 225°F.

How to Serve It
Pair with apple cider or coffee.


Conclusion

These fall-inspired meringues prove that big flavor can come in light, airy packages. From chai and caramel to pumpkin and maple, each one captures a piece of the season’s charm. Bake a batch, share them with friends, or pack them up for a sweet gift — these little clouds of flavor will make every fall moment more delicious.

Jenna Collins

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