Description
Delicate and ethereal meringue cookies perfect for the holiday season, showcasing the magic of simple ingredients and precise techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 Egg Whites (fresh)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
- Pinch of Salt
- Food Coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the egg whites and beat on medium speed until frothy (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add cream of tartar and continue whipping while gradually adding granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, until fully dissolved (5-7 minutes).
- Whip until stiff peaks form and the meringue looks glossy.
- With the mixer on low, sift in powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing just until combined.
- Transfer meringue to a piping bag and pipe onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 2 hours without opening the door.
- Turn off the oven and leave meringues inside until fully cool to achieve crisp texture.
Notes
Ensure tools are grease-free and avoid making meringues on humid days for the best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: meringue cookies, holiday cookies, Christmas treats, dessert recipes
