Description
Meringue cookies are the epitome of light, airy sweetness, offering a delightful melt-in-your-mouth experience. These charming confections are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting an afternoon tea or indulging in a late-night snack, meringue cookies provide a whimsical touch to your dessert table. With their crunchy exterior and soft interior, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional: Food coloring (gel preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 225°F (110°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in vanilla extract and salt. Add food coloring if desired.
- Scoop or pipe small mounds onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes until dry but not browned. Turn off oven and leave meringues inside to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (16g)
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg