Description
These Easy Jello Meringue Cookies are light, airy, and bursting with vibrant flavor from your choice of Jello powder. Perfectly crisp on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth soft inside, these colorful treats require minimal ingredients and effort. Ideal as a fun, sweet snack or a charming addition to any dessert platter.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 small box (3 oz) Jello powder (any flavor)
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cookies.
- Beat Egg Whites and Cream of Tartar: In a clean mixing bowl, beat the 4 large egg whites together with 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar until soft peaks form. This helps stabilize the egg whites for a better meringue texture.
- Add Sugar Gradually: Slowly add 1 cup granulated sugar while continuing to beat on high speed until stiff peaks form, creating a glossy and firm meringue base.
- Incorporate Jello Powder: Gently fold in the entire 3 oz box of Jello powder (any flavor), mixing thoroughly until the color is uniform and vibrant throughout the meringue mixture.
- Shape the Cookies: Use a piping bag or spoon to form small mounds of the meringue on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart to allow for even baking.
- Bake the Meringue Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours until the cookies are dry to the touch. Then turn off the oven and leave the cookies inside to cool completely for about one additional hour, which helps them set perfectly.
- Store Properly: Once cooled, transfer the cookies to an airtight container to keep their crisp texture fresh for longer.
Notes
- Ensure your mixing bowl and beaters are completely clean and free of any grease to achieve the best meringue volume.
- Do not open the oven door during the baking process to maintain an even temperature for drying the cookies.
- You can experiment with different Jello flavors to customize the taste and color of your meringue cookies.
- Store the cookies in a dry environment to avoid moisture softening them.
- These cookies are naturally gluten-free as they do not contain flour.
