Description
Patriotic meringue cookies are a delightful and festive treat perfect for celebrating occasions like the 4th of July. These airy, colorful cookies bring a whimsical touch to any dessert table with their vibrant red, white, and blue hues. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, they offer a light crunch that melts in your mouth, making them irresistible for both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or attending a family gathering, these charming cookies can be adorned with edible glitter for an added sparkle. With their customizable flavors like vanilla or peppermint, you can tailor them to suit your taste. Impress your guests with this fun and delicious recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla or peppermint extract
- Gel food colors (red and blue)
Instructions
- Prepare a double boiler by simmering water in a pot. In a heat-safe bowl, mix egg whites and powdered sugar.
- Whisk the mixture over heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Transfer to a stand mixer and whip on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Divide the mixture into two bowls; color one red and the other blue using gel food coloring.
- Pipe shapes onto lined baking sheets and bake at 200°F for about 80 minutes until crisp.
- Cool completely before serving or decorating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (10g)
- Calories: 38
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg