Cherry Kisses Recipe

By dorchuk

Ingredients

• 4 egg whites
• 1-1/4 cups sugar
• 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/3 cup chopped pitted dates
• 1/3 cup chopped candied cherries

Preparation

Step 1

Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and the sugar is dissolved. Fold in the walnuts, dates and cherries.

Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 300° for 20-30 minutes or until firm to the touch. Cool for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack. Store in an airtight container.
Yield: 6 dozen.