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Meringue Cookies

Homemade Meringue Cookies (Light & Airy No-Fail Recipe)

These homemade meringue cookies are light, crisp, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they're easy to bake and perfect for holidays, parties, or an elegant everyday treat. This beginner-friendly recipe includes step-by-step instructions for perfectly airy meringues every time.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Breakfast Dessert Snack Bread, cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: European, French
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large egg whites at room temperature
  • ½ cup 100 g granulated sugar
  • ½ cup 60 g powdered sugar, sifted
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
Optional:
  • Food coloring gel
  • Rainbow sprinkles
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Lemon or almond extract instead of vanilla