Description
Delightful meringue cookies that are airy, light, and perfect for any sweet tooth. These cookies are easy to make with just a few basic ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
4 large egg whites
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Ensure your mixing bowl and beaters are spotlessly clean.
- Beat the egg whites on medium speed until foamy.
- Add cream of tartar and beat until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
- Fold in vanilla extract and salt gently.
- Pipe or spoon meringue onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C) and bake for about 1 hour until dry to the touch.
- Turn off the oven and let meringues cool inside to avoid cracking.
- Store in an airtight container once cooled.
Notes
For a vegan option, substitute egg whites with aquafaba. Store in a cool, dry place to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
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, dessert, cookies, gluten-free, sweet treat
