12 large egg whites
3 c. granulated sugar
3 T. corn syrup
1 t. salt
1/2 t. peppermint extract (optional)
2 cake layers, chocolate or otherwise
Pour water to a depth of 2" into bottom of a saucepan or double boiler; bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir together egg whites, sugar, corn syrup, and salt in a heatproof bowl or the top of double boiler. Place bowl over simmering water, and whisk constantly until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot, about seven minutes. Remove from heat. Beat with an electric mixer on medium-high until stiff peaks form and mixture is completely cooled, about 10 minutes. Beat in peppermint extract, if using.
Frost cake as usual.
Adapted from Southern Living magazine, Dec. 2016, p. 168.
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