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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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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Drying Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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)

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

Method
 

  1. Separate eggs carefully, ensuring no yolk gets into the whites.
  2. Whip egg whites until foamy using a mixer on medium speed.
  3. Gradually add granulated sugar while whipping continuously.
  4. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  5. Add vanilla extract and food coloring if using. Mix gently.
  6. Transfer mixture to piping bag and pipe onto lined baking sheets.
  7. Bake at 200°F (93°C) for 3–4 hours until dry and crisp.
  8. 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.