How to Make Peppermint Meringue Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Peppermint meringue cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. These light and airy cookies are sweet, crispy, and bursting with the refreshing flavor of peppermint. They are the perfect addition to any holiday dessert table or as a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of hot cocoa.

Meringue cookies are made with just a few simple ingredients – egg whites, sugar, and flavoring. They have a delicate and crisp texture that melts in your mouth, making them a favorite among those with a s...

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Ingredients

  • 2 egg whites
  • ⅛ teaspoon cider vinegar
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 3 peppermint candy canes, crushed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 56
  • Yield: 56 cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  • In a large glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites, vinegar and salt to soft peaks. Gradually add sugar while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form, about 5 minutes. Fold in 1/3 of the crushed candy canes, reserving the rest. Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls, one inch apart onto the prepared cookie sheets. Sprinkle remaining crushed candy canes over the top.
  • Bake for 90 minutes in the preheated oven, or until dry. Cool on baking sheets.
  • Nutrition

    11 cal.

    • Sodium: 8mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Calcium: 0mg
    • Potassium: 2mg