Description
Ghostly meringue cookies are delightful, airy treats shaped like little ghosts, perfect for Halloween or any spooky gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites: at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar: essential for stabilizing the meringue
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar: stabilizes the egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: adds flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon black food coloring: for a ghostly appearance
- Tiny chocolate chips: for the eyes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a clean mixing bowl, whip the egg whites until frothy.
- Gradually add sugar, beating until glossy and stiff peaks form.
- Add cream of tartar and vanilla extract, mixing gently.
- Divide meringue, add black food coloring to one bowl, and pipe ghost shapes onto baking sheets.
- Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until dry and crisp.
- Cool completely, then decorate with chocolate chips for eyes.
Notes
- Use fresh, large egg whites for best results.
- Ensure no yolk gets into the egg whites.
- Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
- Can be made in advance; decorate just before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 to 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 Recipe, Spooky Desserts