Description
Ghostly Meringue Cookies are light, airy, and perfect for Halloween. These spooky treats are made from simple ingredients and are sure to delight both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon black food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and black food coloring until well combined.
- Using a piping bag, pipe ghost shapes onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meringues are dry and can easily lift off the parchment.
- Let them cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Ensure that your mixing bowl and beaters are completely clean and dry for best results.
- Store meringue cookies in an airtight container to keep them crisp.
- Feel free to use different colors for a variety of spooky designs!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Ghostly Meringue Cookies, Halloween Treats, Meringue Recipes