Meringue Cookies
Delightfully light and crisp, these classic meringue cookies are the perfect sweet treat to satisfy your sugar cravings without being overly indulgent. Made with just five simple ingredients—egg whites, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt—these delicate confections are naturally gluten-free and wonderfully airy. With a prep time of only 15 minutes and an all-important low-and-slow bake, these cookies bake to perfection with a subtly sweet flavor and a signature melt-in-your-mouth texture. The key lies in whipping the egg whites to stiff, glossy peaks before gently piping them into elegant shapes, making them as beautiful as they are delicious. Perfect for tea parties, holiday gifting, or just a light snack, these homemade meringue cookies will keep fresh for up to two weeks, bringing joy with every bite!
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Ingredients
- 3 large Egg whites
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a clean, dry mixing bowl, add the egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer with the whisk attachment, beat on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Step 3
Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat. Increase the speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form and the sugar has dissolved (about 5-7 minutes).
Step 4
Gently fold in the vanilla extract until just combined.
Step 5
Transfer the meringue mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip. Pipe small mounds (about 1-2 inches wide) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Step 6
Bake the meringue cookies in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours, or until they are firm and can easily be lifted off the parchment paper without sticking.
Step 7
Turn off the oven and leave the cookies inside with the door slightly ajar. Allow them to cool completely in the oven for about 1 hour.
Step 8
Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 254.7 grams (254.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 637 |
| Total Fat 0.00g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.00g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 460mg | 20% |
| Total Carbohydrate 153.30g | 56% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 151.20g | |
| Protein 10.60g | 21% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 8mg | 1% |
| Iron 0mg | 1% |
| Potassium 294mg | 6% |
Source of Calories