Chocolate Chip Candy Cane Meringue Cookies

Meringue cookies are known for their light and airy texture, which is achieved by whipping egg whites to create a foam.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 140 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Chocolate Chip Candy Cane Meringue Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 90 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 2 hrs 20 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1440

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 large Egg whites
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar
• 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Crushed candy canes

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and continue beating until soft peaks form.
3. Gradually add the sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, while beating continuously. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
4. Gently fold in the vanilla extract, mini chocolate chips, and crushed candy canes.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
6. Bake for 90 minutes or until the meringue cookies are dry and crisp.
7. Turn off the oven and let the cookies cool in the oven for 30 minutes.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 12g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.