Place room temperature egg whites in a very clean mixer bowl.
Beat on medium speed until foamy. Increase speed to high and beat to soft peaks.
Add cream of tartar.
Very slowly add sugar by tablespoons until incorporated.
Beat until very stiff and glossy.
If desired, add nutmeg into last few whips of the mixer. Alternatively, sprinkles nutmeg on top after piped.
Transfer to piping bag and pipe onto parchment or silicone lined baking sheet.
Bake for about 2 hours. After baking time, turn off oven but leave meringues in. Let sit for additional 2 hours (or even overnight) until cooled completely.
Use to top favorite desserts, or enjoy topped with fruit for a treat.
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