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    Make It Skinny Please » Recipes » Holidays » Easy Meringue Recipe for Cookies or Pops

    Published: Dec 14, 2021 by Toni Dash · 16 Comments

    Easy Meringue Recipe for Cookies or Pops

    Weight Watchers Points2
    Calories: 23kcal
    Carbs: 6g
    Protein: 1g
    Fats: 1g
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    This easy meringue recipe uses a handy shortcut for perfect meringues every time. Light, airy cookies can be made with multiple colors or into meringue pops! Perfect for dessert or gifting.

    easy meringue cookies title image

    Melt-in-your-mouth meringues are a magical cookie perfect any time. This meringue cookie recipe uses a shortcut making perfect meringue cookies without any hassle.

    The meringue mixture is baked on a low temperature for 45 minutes then left to sit in the turned off oven to transform into crisp classic meringue cookies. These easy meringue cookies are fun to color, decorate and turn into light festive meringue pops.

    This method is different than how we make the Spice Meringue Cookies or Peppermint Meringues so you have a new way to make them!

    Jump to:
    • What makes this skinny?
    • Recipe Ingredients Notes
    • What is meringue powder?
    • How to make this Easy Meringue Recipe - Step-by-Step
    • Variations
    • Pro Tips
    • How to Store
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    What makes this skinny?

    Little meringue cookies are mainly egg whites, 1 ⅓ cup sugar and so much air (no fat or flour). This recipe for instance makes 4 dozen cookies (or about 2 dozen pops). Each of the individual meringues is about 23 calories making is far less than other any type of cookie.

    Recipe Ingredients Notes

    easy meringues recipe labelled ingredient

    This simple recipe only requires three ingredients: meringue powder, water and granulated sugar. You can also add food coloring (gel food coloring suggested) and an extract for flavor if desired.

    If making meringue pops you'll need popsicle sticks (recommended) or lollipop sticks.

    What is meringue powder?

    It's basically a powdered egg white product intended to replace using raw egg whites when making meringue, meringue cookies and to bolster royal icing and frosting. For recipes calling for egg whites to be beaten into stiff peaks it does this with ease. It replaces eggs whites and cream of tartar in meringue recipes.

    Why use meringue powder

    Some advantages of using meringue powder include:

    • Less messy
    • So easy. It's very fast to make cookies with this powder.
    • Long shelf life. Meringue powder is dehydrated so lasts a long time when kept in a cool, dry location
    • Works better in humid conditions. From scratch meringues are notoriously fussy when made on a humid day. Meringue powder offers a more robust solution in those conditions.

    Where to Buy it

    You can find meringue powder where baking supplies are carried (craft stores) or online.

    How to make this Easy Meringue Recipe - Step-by-Step

    STEP 1. Preparation

    Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F oven temperature. Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper or silicon baking mats.

    easy meringue recipe steps 1-4

    STEP 2. Make the meringue

    In a large mixing bowl using a electric hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment (recommended) combine the water and meringue powder (photo 1).

    Beat the mixture on high speed until soft peaks form (photo 2). Continue running the mixer and add the sugar, just a small amount at a time, until stiff peaks form (around 5 minutes) (photo 3).

    If adding any flavoring extract or coloring (for single color meringues) add it here (photo 4).

    If making multi colored meringues remove a portion of the batter that will remain white and put it in a separate bowl. Use food coloring to color the remaining batter.

    STEP 3. Pipe the meringues

    Single color: fit a piping bag with a 1M piping tip (large open star tip). Fill the bag with the meringue batter.

    Multi color: see image below

    1. Fit a large piping bag with the 1M tip.
    2. Fill smaller piping bags each bag with one of the colors.
    3. Snip off the end of the two smaller piping bags.
    4. Insert both color bags into the larger piping bag with the 1M tip.
    5. Squeeze the outer piping bag until both colors begin to come through (note: squeeze onto a paper towel until both colors are coming through then pipe the meringues).
    easy meringue recipe two color process

    Pipe 2-inch diameter cookies onto the prepared baking sheet leaving 1-inch space between them (photo 9).

    Meringue pops: (this can be done with a single or multiple colors).

    1. Pipe a small amount of batter onto the cookie sheet (photo 5).
    2. Place a popsicle stick or lollipop stick into the batter (photo 5).
    3. Pipe meringue into the desired shape overlapping the top of the stick (Christmas tree, stars, circles, snowman, hearts, etc) (photo 6).

    If adding sprinkles add them now (photos 7-8).

    how to make meringues on a stick steps 5-8

    STEP 4. Bake

    Place the baking sheets into the oven. Bake for 45 minutes until the outside of the meringues feel firm. DO NOT open the oven while they are baking.

    Turn off the oven and leave the oven door closed for 1 hour.

    easy meringue recipe steps 9-10

    STEP 5. Cool

    After the 1 hour remove and allow to cool completely at room temperature (on the baking sheet or wire rack). Remove from parchment (photo 10).

    Variations

    Add a flavor extract. If desired add a flavoring extract. For base flavor add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract plus ½ teaspoon of orange, lemon, almond, peppermint extract, chocolate or coffee extract. Add after the meringues have been beaten into stiff glossy peaks. Beat just to combine.

    Sprinkles. Sprinkles can be added before the meringues go into the oven.

    Pop shape ideas. There are so many fun different ways to make meringue pops. Piping a simple Christmas tree or pink hearts perfect for Valentine's day. It's an easy basic meringue treat everyone loves. You can make these for any time of year.

    meringue on a stick

    Pro Tips

    Metal bowl or glass bowl. For best results do not use plastic mixing bowls. Use a clean bowl and any spatula used for scraping should be grease-free.

    Filling a piping bag trick. After fitting the piping bag with the 1M (or other) tip insert the tip end into a tall drinking glass. Fold the top of the piping bag down around the outside of the glass. This makes it much easier to get the batter into the bottom of the piping bag. Remove the piping bag, twist the top and pipe.

    Multi color cookies. The easy meringue recipe makes alot of batter. For ease of piping do not over fill the smaller piping bags and use a large size outer piping bag.

    Use a different piping tip. Instead of a large star tip, a large round tip will make smooth meringues.

    How to Store

    Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Do not store in the refrigerator. Moisture will change the texture of the meringues.

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    Easy Meringue Recipe for Cookies or Pops

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    This basic meringue recipe uses meringue powder for an easy shortcut and makes perfect merginue cookies or meringues on a stick every time!
    5 from 79 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes
    Oven turned off baking - cooling time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 2 hours
    Servings: 48 2-inch cookies or 24 pops*
    Calories: 23kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup meringue powder
    • ½ cup water
    • 1 ⅓ cup granulated sugar

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper or silicon baking mats.
    • In a large mixing bowl using a electric hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment (recommended) combine the water and meringue powder.
      Beat the mixture on high speed until soft peaks form.
    • Continue running the mixer and add the sugar, just a small amount at a time, until stiff peaks form (around 5 minutes).
    • If adding any flavoring extract or coloring (for single color meringues) add it here.
    • If making multi colored meringues remove a portion of the batter that will remain white and put it in a separate bowl. Use food coloring to color the remaining batter.

    Piping: Single Color Merinuges

    • Fit a piping bag with a 1M piping tip (large open star tip). Fill the bag with the meringue batter.

    Piping: Multiple Color Meringues

    • Fit a large piping bag with the 1M tip.
    • Snip the end of two smaller piping bags. Fold just above the snipped end and secure with a clothespin or chip clip (this closes off the end while filling it with meringue).
      Fill each bag with one of the colors.
    • Unclip the end of the piping bag and gently squeeze the meringue into the end. Insert both color bags into the larger piping bag with the 1M tip.
    • Squeeze the outer piping bag until both colors begin to come through (note: squeeze onto a paper towel until both colors are coming through then pipe the meringues).
    • (Single or multiple color): Pipe 2-inch diameter cookies onto the prepared baking sheet leaving 1-inch space between them.

    Piping: Meringue Pops (single or multiple colors)

    • Pipe a small amount of batter onto the cookie sheet. Place a popsicle stick or lollipop stick into the batter to secure it.
    • Pipe meringue into the desired shape overlapping the top of the stick (Christmas tree, stars, circles, snowman, hearts, etc).
    • Place the baking sheets into the oven. Bake for 45 minutes until the outside of the meringues feel firm. DO NOT open the oven while they are baking.
    • Turn off the oven and leave the oven door closed for 1 hour.
    • After the 1 hour remove and allow to cool completely at room temperature (on the baking sheet or wire rack). Remove from parchment.

    Notes

    Servings and nutritional info
    • 1 2-inch diameter cookie equals 1 serving for nutritional facts listed above and WW Personal Points. 
    • *Making pops with 2-inch diameter meringue the calories and WW Personal Points will be the same. Generally pops are larger, more like the equivalent of 2 cookies. If so double the calories per pop to 46 calories or 2 servings in WW Personal Points.
    • Smaller bite size cookies (1-inch size) can also be made. They will be half the calories or points per serving. They can cook more quickly so monitor when they are in the oven with the temperature off so they do not over cook.
    Variations
    Flavor extract can also be added. Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and if desired ½ teaspoon of another flavor extract (orange, lemon, chocolate, coffee, peppermint, almond) after whipping the meringue into stiff peaks.
    How to Store
    Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Do not store in the refrigerator. Moisture will change the texture of the meringues.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 2mg | Sugar: 6g | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg
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    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutritional Coach and certified Weight Loss Specialist, writer/blogger, photographer, chief recipe developer and creator of Make It Skinny Please. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her slimmed down recipes using real food ingredients bring excitement to the dining table and never taste like 'diet food'. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Jerika says

      February 14, 2022 at 8:26 am

      5 stars
      My youngest son loves meringue!:) I'm sure we will enjoy making one. Thanks!:)

      Reply
    2. Amanda says

      December 17, 2021 at 6:47 am

      5 stars
      These are so fun! A nice change from the usual Christmas cookie.

      Reply
    3. Jen Vinuya says

      December 15, 2021 at 1:45 pm

      5 stars
      This is so fun to make AND eat!! Thank you for sharing your recipe!

      Reply
    4. Beti says

      December 15, 2021 at 9:49 am

      5 stars
      I love how easy and delicious these are!! Perfect for the holidays!

      Reply
    5. katerina says

      December 15, 2021 at 9:46 am

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness, these are SO darn cute!! My kids were so happy!

      Reply
    6. Erin says

      December 15, 2021 at 7:52 am

      5 stars
      So fun making these. Huge hit in my house!

      Reply
    7. April says

      December 15, 2021 at 7:14 am

      5 stars
      Meringue cookies are so fun. We made some pops like yours with peppermint extract and they came out perfectly.

      Reply
    8. Erin says

      December 15, 2021 at 5:38 am

      5 stars
      I made these this morning and they were so easy to make and they're super cute, too! I know everyone will love them. They're so tasty!

      Reply
    9. layla says

      December 15, 2021 at 5:31 am

      5 stars
      I was just talking to a friend on how I would like to learn to make this - this recipe is so great! thank you for sharing!

      Reply
    10. Erik says

      December 14, 2021 at 4:42 pm

      5 stars
      So cute! These are perfect for the holidays. 🙂

      Reply
    11. Beth says

      December 14, 2021 at 3:57 pm

      5 stars
      These are absolutely adorable. I seriously don't think I've ever seen a more perfect holiday treat.

      Reply
    12. Angela says

      December 14, 2021 at 9:24 am

      5 stars
      Wow, meringue powder sure is a fast and easy way to make these fun cookies!

      Reply
    13. MJ says

      December 14, 2021 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      This was so easy and it was so fun to create different shapes for the holidays! Your tips were super helpful!

      Reply
    14. Kathryn says

      December 14, 2021 at 8:35 am

      5 stars
      These holiday meringues are too cute and I can't wait to make them again and use them as table decor! I know the kids will love them too!

      Reply
    15. Mary says

      December 14, 2021 at 8:17 am

      5 stars
      Just made these! Adorable and so easy. I love having a guilt-free sweet treat around 🤣 Thanks for this recipe!

      Reply
    16. Claudia Lamascolo says

      December 14, 2021 at 7:07 am

      5 stars
      I love how festive these are and perfect to use in my cookie pop tray beautiful job!

      Reply

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