Description
Silky meringue cookies infused with jello flavors offer a delightful twist on classic sweet treats. Lightweight, crisp, and colorful, these cookies bring whimsy and fun you’ll savor with each delicate bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meringue Base:
- 4 egg whites (medium), room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar, processed finer
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
Flavor:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) jello powder mix
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by preheating to 200 degrees fahrenheit, ensuring a gentle, low-temperature environment for drying meringues without browning.
- Sanitize a large mixing bowl and beat egg whites on high speed for 30 seconds until foamy, guaranteeing a grease-free surface for optimal whipping.
- Reduce mixer speed to medium and incorporate vinegar and cornstarch, continuing to beat until soft peaks emerge.
- Gradually stream processed sugar into the mixture while mixing, maintaining a steady pour to achieve ideal meringue consistency.
- Increase mixer speed and beat for 4-5 minutes until stiff, glossy peaks form that hold their shape when the bowl is inverted.
- Divide meringue mixture into desired portions and incorporate jello powder, blending thoroughly for 30-45 seconds per batch to distribute color and flavor evenly.
- Cover baking sheets with parchment paper and carefully pipe or spoon meringue mixture into uniform shapes, ensuring consistent sizing.
- Position trays in the preheated 200-degree oven and bake for 90 minutes, allowing slow, gentle drying without browning.
- After baking, turn off oven without opening the door, permitting meringues to continue drying and cooling gradually for several hours or overnight.
- Once completely cooled, transfer meringues to airtight containers, preserving their crisp texture and vibrant colors for several days.
Notes
- Grease-Free Zone Ensure your mixing bowl and whisk are completely free from any oil or residue, as even a tiny amount can prevent egg whites from whipping up properly.
- Moisture Matters Avoid making meringues on humid days, as excess moisture can make them sticky and prevent them from achieving that perfect crisp texture.
- Flavor Flexibility Experiment with different Jello powder flavors to create a vibrant rainbow of meringue cookies that are both visually stunning and deliciously unique.
- Dietary Adaptations For a gluten-free version, double-check that your corn starch and Jello powder are certified gluten-free, making these treats safe for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg