Description
Delicate and crisp, French meringue cookies are a delightful treat for any occasion. These light confections are made with just a few simple ingredients and are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Whites:
- 4 large egg whites, at room temperature
Sugar Mixture:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Baking Sheets: Preheat oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whip Egg Whites: In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar and salt, beat until soft peaks form.
- Add Sugar: Gradually add sugar, beating continuously until stiff, glossy peaks form. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Pipe Meringue: Transfer meringue to a piping bag, pipe small mounds/swirls onto baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 1 hour, then turn off oven and let cookies cool inside for another hour.
- Store: Once cool and crisp, store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Ensure no egg yolk contaminates the whites.
- Use a grease-free mixing bowl for optimal results.
- Avoid making meringue on humid days for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
