Simple Meringue Cookies

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How to make Simple Meringue Cookies. This recipe is easy to follow and doesn’t require any fancy ingredients. In fact, you probably have everything you need in your kitchen right now!

TO MAKE MERINGUE COOKIES?

Meringue cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. In fact, you probably have all the ingredients you need in your kitchen right now! Here’s how to make them:

  1. Preheat your oven to 200 degrees F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the egg whites, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  4. Beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
  5. Pipe or spoon the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 2-3 hours, or until the cookies are dry and crisp.
  7. Let cool before serving. Enjoy!

Tips for No-Fail Meringue Cookies

Making perfect meringue cookies can be a little tricky, but with these tips you’ll be able to make them every time!

  1. Make sure your eggs are at room temperature before beginning.
  2. Be sure to use a clean and dry bowl when beating the egg whites.
  3. Add the sugar gradually while continuing to beat the eggs.
  4. Add the vanilla extract or any other flavoring agents once the sugar has been fully incorporated.
  5. Beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Do not overbeat!
  6. Pipe or spoon the meringue onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 2-3 hours, or until the cookies are dry and crisp.

Adding Color and Other Flavoring

Many people enjoy adding color and other flavoring agents to their meringue cookies. This can add a fun and festive touch to any gathering! Here are a few tips for adding color and flavor:

  1. Add food coloring to the egg whites before you begin beating them.
  2. Stir in some chopped nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips once the eggs have been whipped into stiff peaks.
  3. Experiment with different flavors by adding extracts or spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.
  4. Be sure to bake the cookies for the recommended amount of time, or they may not be crispy enough.
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Simple Meringue Cookies

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Recipe by Ymmy Recipes Course: All Word Recipes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

Ingredients

  • -2 egg whites

  • -1/2 cup sugar

  • -1 tsp vanilla extract

  • -Pinch of salt

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the egg whites, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
  • Pipe or spoon the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 2-3 hours, or until the cookies are dry and crisp.
  • Let cool before serving. Enjoy!