These Raspberry Meringue Cookies are a light and sweet alternative to your typical chocolate chip! Made with whipped egg whites, powdered sugar, and cream of tartar!
There is nothing better than a simple 5 ingredient dessert recipe.
These cookies are light, airy, and perfect for your cookie tray! They taste a bit like cotton candy, which I feel is always acceptable.
Family approved, and one of our favorites:
Raspberry Meringue Cookies
While these cookies are super easy to make, they can be a little finicky. You want the end result to be a light, slightly dry, baked cookie. Follow the steps below to ensure the perfect meringue cookie every time!
How to make meringue cookies:
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- Start with room temperature eggs.
- Separate the eggs and beat until just foamy. Whisk in the cream of tartar and sugar.
- Fold in the extract and food coloring if using.
- Pipe onto a prepared baking tray and place in a preheated oven.
- Turn OFF the oven and leave your cookies in overnight.
Tips:
- I found that a hand mixer works best with this recipe.
- Start with ROOM TEMPERATURE INGREDIENTS. I can’t stress this enough.
- Use disposable piping bags for easy clean up.
- I used a 1M Piping Tip to create my design
Like this recipe? You will love my Valentine Sugar Cookies, Copycat Circus Cookies, and Strawberry Shortbread Cookies!
Why are my meringue cookies chewy?
Meringue cookies can soak up extra moisture. Following the directions closely and leaving them in the oven overnight is critical in achieving the perfect texture.
How do you store meringue cookies?
Use a quality air tight container away from moisture. If stored properly the cookies should last two weeks.
Raspberry Meringue Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 egg whites room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon raspberry extract
- food coloring optional
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Line two baking trays with parchment and set aside.
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Whisk your egg whites until foamy. Stir in the cream of tartar and beat until it just starts to look foamy. Slowly mix in half of the sugar. Once combined you can add the extract and food color if using. Whip in the remaining sugar until incorporated and glossy.
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Pipe your meringues into 2 inch circles or your desired shape. Place into the oven. Turn the oven off and allow them to sit overnight.
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Dip in chocolate if you prefer and enjoy!
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mikaela says
beautiful cookies, pinning!
Jesseca says
Thanks Mikaela! Love the giveaway you have going on right now!
Laura Muir says
Wow those look fabulous! I made a batch of these for my daughters 4th birthday party (Princess Tea Party) and they were a hit with the kids! Your blog is beautiful! If you want to take a peek at the festivities here is a link!
http://freshandhappy.com/2013/06/homefront-adventure-throwback-thursday.html
Jesseca says
Laura your blog is beautiful! I love the photography!
Lindsay @Artsy-Fartsy Mama says
So pretty and sound so good!!
Jonie @ Just Between Friends says
These look delicious! I have never made meringue anything before. Is it hard to do? I should give this a try sometime. Pinning!
Jesseca says
Not hard at all. Probably the easiest cookie I’ve ever made.
Becky @ lovetobeinthekitchen says
These look so cute! I’ll have to try this! Pinned it!
Jenny says
These look so light and lovely!
Jesseca says
They really are! They melt in your mouth and taste a lot like cotton candy!
Debra says
Oh my gosh. Those are gorgeous. Like seriously the prettiest cookie I have ever seen.
Jesseca says
I’ll post a picture on instagram later of my first attempt. Not so pretty :0)
Leanne says
I love these and they’re gluten free, huge bonus! These would be so great for Valentine’s day!
Jesseca says
I didn’t even think about them being gluten free! Love that!
marissa | Rae Gun Ramblings says
Let me just say I don’t think it’s a problem. Keep all the yummy loviness coming!
Jesseca says
Thanks Marissa! I wish we lived closer so I could share!
aimee @ like mother like daughter says
mmm, these look so light and fluffy and perfect. Plus raspberry is my favorite berry!
Summer says
These look so good – I just love all of your recipes! I have been doing some cooking classes for my daughter and this looks like one we could do together – thanks for the inspiration!
Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! says
So pretty & I bet they taste just as good!
Yvonne @ TriedandTasty says
These look so pretty! I bet they were so tasty!
Holly C. says
I don’t know if mine would look near this cute, but I might have to try sometime.
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Marek says
Made the cookies last night, havent tried one yet but they seem not done, sticky to the touch. Is that how they are supposed to be?
Samina | The Cupcake Confession says
These meringues look pretty as a picture! Tooooo pretty! Can’t wait to give them a try! 🙂
Sofia says
Hi! I stumbled upon your recipe on Pinterest and love the idea! I just have one question, how long do I bake them before turning off my oven?
Thanks! 🙂