Maddy's Meringue Cookies

Delightfully crisp on the outside and irresistibly light and airy inside, Maddy’s Meringue Cookies are the perfect balance of elegance and simplicity. Made with just five pantry staples—egg whites, granulated sugar, cream of tartar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt—this recipe transforms humble ingredients into melt-in-your-mouth confections. These gluten-free treats are whipped to glossy, stiff peaks, delicately flavored with vanilla, and baked low and slow for that signature crunchy texture. Whether piped into decorative swirls or spooned into rustic dollops, these versatile cookies are perfect for tea parties, holiday trays, or a sweet snack anytime. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and straightforward instructions, this recipe is ideal for both beginner bakers and pros looking for a foolproof meringue recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3 large Egg whites
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 0.125 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 225°F (105°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a clean, grease-free mixing bowl, add the egg whites and salt. Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat on medium speed until the egg whites become foamy.

Step 3

Add the cream of tartar and continue beating the mixture on medium speed. Gradually increase the speed to high and beat until soft peaks form.

Step 4

With the mixer still running on high speed, slowly add the granulated sugar 1 tablespoon at a time. This ensures the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 5

Beat the mixture until stiff, glossy peaks form, and the sugar is fully dissolved. You can check this by rubbing a small amount of the meringue between your fingers—if it feels grainy, continue beating a bit longer.

Step 6

Add the vanilla extract and beat briefly to incorporate.

Step 7

Using a spoon or a piping bag fitted with a star tip, dollop or pipe small mounds of the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart slightly.

Step 8

Bake the meringue cookies in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours. Once the baking time is complete, turn off the oven but leave the cookies inside for another hour to cool completely. This allows them to dry out and crisp up without cracking.

Step 9

Remove the meringue cookies from the oven and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(254.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	637.2

Total Fat 0.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 460.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 150.7g
Protein 10.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 7.0mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 287.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.0%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 93.5%