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Homemade pink meringue cookies on plate

Crispy Meringue Cookies

Crispy, airy, and melt-in-your-mouth meringue cookies using just a few simple ingredients.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Drying Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 5 hours
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 25kcal
Cost: $2.00

Equipment

  • 1 Stand mixer or hand mixer Grease-free attachments
  • 1 Large mixing bowl Completely clean and grease-free
  • 1 Piping bag with tips Optional
  • 2 Baking sheets Line with parchment paper
  • 1 Wire cooling rack

Ingredients

  • 4 Egg whites Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of tartar
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Add gradually
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Optional flavor
  • Food coloring Optional
  • Powdered sugar For dusting (optional)

Instructions

  • Separate eggs carefully, ensuring no yolk gets into the whites.
  • Whip egg whites until foamy using a mixer on medium speed.
  • Gradually add granulated sugar while whipping continuously.
  • Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  • Add vanilla extract and food coloring if using. Mix gently.
  • Transfer mixture to piping bag and pipe onto lined baking sheets.
  • Bake at 200°F (93°C) for 3–4 hours until dry and crisp.
  • Turn off the oven and let cookies dry in residual heat for 1 hour. Cool completely on wire rack.

Notes

Ensure all equipment is grease-free to achieve the perfect meringue texture. Humidity may affect baking time.

Nutrition

Serving: 15g | Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 0.5g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 15mg | Sugar: 6g | Calcium: 1mg