# Colorful Meringue Desserts These Sweet Treats Provide a Lighter Alternative to Heavy Desserts By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-10-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meringue-desserts References: [thekitchn](http://www.thekitchn.com/baking-school-day-4-meringue-222482) 'The Kitchn' blog put together a recipe for making colorful meringue desserts. When it comes to dessert, not everyone is a fan of cakes, cookies and pies. This recipe provides a sweet alternative for those who prefer their desserts on the lighter side. Although there are several different varieties, meringues generally refer to egg whites that have been whipped with sugar. The act of beating the eggs gives the dessert an [airy texture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aero-orange-chocolate-mousse), while the addition of sugar prevents the meringues from losing their shape. Once the meringues have been prepared, gel food coloring can be used to create [colorful swirls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cotton-candy-cake). The end result is a light and airy dessert that delivers a vibrant pop of color. The recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a [lighter dessert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polar-seltzer-dessert-cart) that does not compromise aesthetics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Colorful Meringue Desserts:** The trend of creating colorful meringue desserts offers an opportunity for innovative, visually appealing desserts. - **Lighter Dessert Alternatives:** The trend of providing lighter dessert alternatives opens up opportunities for businesses to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Creative Food Presentation:** The trend of using gel food coloring to create vibrant, colorful swirls on meringue desserts presents an opportunity for visually engaging food presentations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore the trend of colorful meringue desserts to offer innovative dessert options and cater to consumer demand for healthier choices. - **Baking Supplies:** The baking supplies industry can capitalize on the trend of using gel food coloring to create vibrant meringue desserts by offering a variety of color options and specialty equipment. - **Catering and Events:** The catering and event industry can take advantage of the trend of creative food presentation using colorful meringue desserts to offer visually stunning dessert options for special occasions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Keto-Friendly Meringues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meringue-bites.md) - [Playful Space-Themed Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacethemed-dessert.md) - [Over-the-Top Easter Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-beverage.md) - [CBD-Infused Meringue Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-sheep-cbd-meringue-cookies.md) - [Rich Liqueur-Flavored Meringues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baileys-meringues.md) - [Nutritionally Enhanced Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggies-made-great1.md) - [Collaborative Dessert Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meringue-magique.md) - [Citrusy Springtime Eclairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zesty-lemon-eclairs.md) - [Easter-Ready Madeleine Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-egg-madeleines.md)