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

Vanilla meringue cookies are a delightful treat that are light, airy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. These sweet and crisp cookies are perfect for serving at special occasions, such as weddings, tea parties, or holiday gatherings. The best part about these cookies is that they require just a few simple ingredients and are surprisingly easy to make. Whether you're a seasoned baker or new to the world of meringue, this recipe will guide you through the process of creating the perfect vanilla...

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Ingredients

  • 2 egg whites
  • ⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ vanilla bean
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place egg whites and cream of tartar into a large bowl; beat using an electric mixer at medium speed until soft peaks form. Increase speed to high and add sugar 1 tablespoon at a time while mixing until stiff peaks form. Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into the bowl and add vanilla extract; beat just until blended.
  • Spoon batter into a pastry bag and pipe mounds onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 1 1/2 hours. Turn oven off; let cookies cool in the closed oven for 1 1/2 hours. Remove cookies carefully from paper.
  • Nutrition

    40 cal.

    • Sodium: 9mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 1mg
    • Potassium: 16mg