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Jello Meringue Cookies

Colorful Jello Meringue Cookies that Melt in Your Mouth

These Jello Meringue Cookies are light, colorful, and delightful, making them a perfect treat that melts in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue Base
  • 3 egg whites Egg Whites Room temperature for best volume.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Substitutable by lemon juice or vinegar.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Essential for achieving stiff peaks.
For the Flavor and Color
  • 1 box (3 oz) Flavored Jello Pick your favorite flavor.
  • Gel Food Coloring Optional for deeper color.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • piping bag
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Jello Meringue Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt until foamy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Gradually add granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, until stiff peaks form (5-7 minutes).
  4. Gently fold in the Jello powder and optional gel food coloring.
  5. Pipe small swirls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about an inch apart.
  6. Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and leave cookies inside for an additional hour.
  7. Once cooled, store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 12g

Notes

Ensure all equipment is clean and dry for best results. Store cookies away from moisture to maintain crispiness.

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