Description
Indulge in the delicate sweetness of Strawberry Meringue cookies, a delightful treat that’s both light and airy. With just five simple ingredients, these charming heart-shaped confections are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a romantic dinner or a festive gathering. Their beautiful pink hue and vibrant strawberry flavor make them a standout on any dessert table. These cookies melt in your mouth and provide a guilt-free pleasure at only 35 calories each, making them an ideal choice for those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth without overindulging.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
- 4 drops red food coloring
- Pinch of cream of tartar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175 degrees F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar over simmering water until sugar dissolves.
- Transfer to a stand mixer and beat on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Add strawberry extract and food coloring gradually.
- Pipe heart shapes onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 2 hours; then turn off the oven and let the cookies cool with the door slightly ajar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (10g)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg