Description
These Easy Jello Meringue Cookies are light, airy, and deliciously flavored with your choice of Jello powder, making them a colorful and fun treat. Perfect for parties or a sweet snack, they feature crisp, melt-in-your-mouth texture thanks to the low-temperature baking process.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 small box (3 oz) Jello powder (any flavor you like)
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Optional: Sprinkles, edible glitter, or colored sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheets: Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Whip the Egg Whites: In a large, clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form, which helps create a stable meringue base.
- Gradually Add Sugar: Increase the mixer speed to high, and add the sugar one tablespoon at a time, continuing to beat until the mixture forms stiff, glossy peaks indicative of properly whipped meringue.
- Add the Jello Powder: Sprinkle the flavored Jello powder into the stiff meringue and carefully mix until the color and flavor are fully incorporated without deflating the mixture.
- Shape the Meringue: Using a spoon or piping bag, create small mounds or shapes of meringue on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart to allow for air circulation.
- Bake: Bake the meringues for 1.5 to 2 hours at low temperature, ensuring they dry out completely and become crisp without browning. After baking, turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside for at least an hour to set fully.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, serve immediately or store in an airtight container to maintain crispness. Optionally decorate with sprinkles, edible glitter, or colored sugar before baking for added fun.
Notes
- Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for better volume and stability.
- Use a clean, grease-free bowl and beaters to achieve maximum egg white volume.
- Low and slow baking is key to drying out the meringues without browning them.
- You can customize flavor and color by choosing different Jello powder varieties.
- Allow meringues to fully cool inside the oven to avoid cracking due to sudden temperature changes.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week to retain crispness.
