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Delicious Forgotten Cookies

Delicious Forgotten Cookies: A Sweet Taste of Nostalgia

Delicious Forgotten Cookies are a nostalgic meringue treat that offers a light, airy texture and endless customization.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Drying Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 large Egg Whites must be free of yolk
  • 1 cup Sugar granulated sugar preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract consider using pure vanilla
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips can substitute with nuts or dried fruit

Equipment

  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean, dry mixing bowl, add egg whites and a pinch of salt. Whip on medium speed until foamy, then gradually add sugar until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  3. Gently fold in vanilla extract and chocolate chips with a spatula.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of meringue onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about an inch apart.
  5. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and turn it off. Allow the cookies to sit in residual heat for 6-8 hours or overnight.
  6. After drying, remove cookies from the oven and cool on the baking sheet. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gPotassium: 10mgSugar: 15g

Notes

For best results, ensure egg whites are free of yolk and make these cookies on a dry day. Avoid opening the oven during drying.

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