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No-Fail Easy Meringue Cookies: Light, Crisp, and Melt-In-Your-Mouth

A stack of perfectly piped, crisp white meringue cookies piled high on a small white plate.
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Create perfect, light, and airy meringue cookies with this simple recipe. These beginner-friendly meringue kisses bake up crisp on the outside and melt in your mouth, making them an ideal sweet snack or holiday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to the lowest setting, typically between 200°F and 225°F (95°C to 107°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Place the egg whites and salt in the clean, dry bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually add the sugar, about one tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until the meringue is stiff, glossy, and holds firm peaks when the whisk is lifted. This step is crucial for stable meringue cookies.
  4. Beat in the vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Transfer the meringue to a large piping bag fitted with a star tip (like a Wilton 1M) or simply use a spoon to drop mounds onto the prepared baking sheets. For meringue kisses, pipe small swirls.
  6. Bake for 60 to 90 minutes. The exact time depends on your oven and the size of your cookies. You are looking for them to be dry and crisp, not browned.
  7. Turn off the oven, prop the door open slightly with a wooden spoon, and allow the meringue cookies to cool completely inside the oven for at least one hour, or preferably overnight. This slow cooling prevents cracking and ensures a crisp texture.
  8. Store your homemade meringues in an airtight container at room temperature.

Notes

  • Ensure your mixing bowl and whisk attachment are completely free of any grease or water; any trace of fat will prevent the egg whites from whipping properly.
  • For chocolate chip meringue cookies (Forgotten Cookies), gently fold in 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips after the meringue is stiff.
  • If you live in a humid climate, baking time may need to be extended, and the cookies might not achieve the same level of crispness.

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