Maddy’s Meringue Cookies
🕒 Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
🥄 Servings: 4 Dozen (approx)
🥣 Category: Drop Cookies
🏷️ Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
Description:
These delightful meringue cookies hold a special place on our holiday cookie tray, but they’re equally perfect for Sunday dinner desserts, picnics, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat! With a cook time that includes the gentle drying process in the oven, these cookies are light, crispy, and bursting with flavor. Plus, they’re so easy to make, you’ll find yourself whipping up batches whenever the craving strikes 😉
Ingredients:
- 2 egg whites
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions:
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Prepare Meringue Mixture: In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites, salt, cream of tartar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. This step is crucial for achieving that light and airy texture!
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Sweeten the Meringue: Gradually add the sugar to the meringue mixture, beating well until the sugar is completely dissolved and the meringue peaks are stiff. This will ensure your cookies have the perfect amount of sweetness and hold their shape beautifully.
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Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the meringue mixture. This step adds a delightful burst of chocolatey goodness to every bite!
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Prep the Baking Sheets: Line your cookie sheets with cooking parchment or greased waxed paper. This will prevent the cookies from sticking and ensure easy cleanup afterwards.
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Drop the Mixture: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the meringue mixture onto the prepared parchment, leaving about an inch of space between each cookie. This allows them to spread slightly as they bake.
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Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 400°F, then immediately reduce the temperature to 275°F once you place the cookies inside. Bake for 10 minutes, then turn the oven off. But don’t open the oven door just yet!
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Let Them Cool: Leave the cookies in the oven to dry without opening the door for several hours, or until the oven is completely cool. This slow drying process gives the cookies their signature crisp exterior and marshmallow-like interior.
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Enjoy the Delight: Once cooled, indulge in these light and airy meringue cookies that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! Share them with friends and family or keep them all to yourself for a delightful treat anytime 😊
