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Meringue Snowmen Cookies

Meringue Snowmen Cookies: Create Festive Whimsy at Home

Delight in making Meringue Snowmen Cookies, a festive, gluten-free treat that’s light and airy, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue
  • 4 large Egg Whites Essential for structure and texture; ensure bowls and utensils are grease-free for optimal results.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness and stability; gradually adding sugar helps achieve those stiff peaks.
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes the egg whites for a fluffy consistency; can be substituted with lemon juice for a tangy twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds delightful flavor; feel free to swap in almond extract for a unique touch.
For Decoration
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Perfect for decorating eyes; substitute with colorful candies to personalize each snowman.
  • 1 each Orange Candy Represents the adorable snowman nose; any small orange candy can work as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows Used for buttons and hats; you can also use other small candies or chocolates to add flair.
  • 1 tablespoon Colored Sprinkles/Edible Glitter For that extra festive appearance; optional but enhances visual appeal.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • piping bag
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Meringue Snowmen Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy, about 2-3 minutes. Add cream of tartar.
  3. Increase speed to high and add sugar one tablespoon at a time until dissolved. Whisk for 5-7 minutes until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold in vanilla extract without deflating the egg whites.
  5. Transfer meringue to a piping bag and pipe small snowman bodies (1.5 inches) and heads (1 inch) on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for about 2 hours until dry to the touch. Turn off the oven and leave cookies inside for an hour to cool.
  7. Once cooled, stack meringue bodies and heads, using melted chocolate to decorate with eyes, nose, and buttons.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always ensure bowls and utensils are grease-free to achieve stiff peaks efficiently.

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