Best 7 Meringue Surprise Cookies Recipes

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Meringue surprise cookies, also known as meringues suprises, are a delightful treat that combines the delicate texture of meringue with the unexpected surprise of a hidden filling. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations. Made with simple ingredients like egg whites, sugar, and cornstarch, meringue surprise cookies can be easily customized with various fillings, from chocolate chips and nuts to jams and jellies. In this article, we will explore the art of creating perfect meringue surprise cookies and provide you with a collection of delectable recipes to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SURPRISE MERINGUES



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These crisp, delicate cookies are light as a feather. Mini chocolate chips and chopped nuts are a delightful and yummy surprise in every bite. Mom knows this fun dessert is a fitting finale to a big meal. -Gloria Grant, Sterling, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand for 30 minutes. Add the vanilla, cream of tartar and salt; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 250° for 40-45 minutes or until firm to the touch. Turn oven off; leave meringues in oven for 1-1/2 hours. Remove to wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

VANILLA MERINGUE COOKIES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 large egg whites, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F; line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, add the egg whites, vanilla and cream of tartar. Beat until the mixture is frothy and soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar 1 tablespoon at a time, waiting about 15 seconds between each addition. Once all of the sugar has been added, beat for an additional 5 minutes. The egg whites should be glossy and stiff but not dry.
  • Spoon the mixture into a large pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 2-inch cookies onto the lined baking sheets, leaving 1 inch between each cookie.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, then turn off the oven and leave the cookies in the oven for an additional 30 minutes. Remove and cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

EASY AND DELICIOUS MERINGUE COOKIES



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A sweet and satisfying snack or dessert,and low caloire too! My step mom brought them to a family dinner, they were a hit!

Provided by Obsessed_Chef

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 5 cookies, 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 egg whites (absolutly NO egg yolk)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 225f.
  • Beat egg whites in a metal bowl with a hand-held beater or a mixmaster untill foamy. Add vanilla and cream of tartar.
  • Continue to beat, and add sugar one tsp at a time.
  • Beat untill it forms stiff peaks.
  • Put meringue into a thin square bag, and cut a SMALL hole in a bottom corner of the bag, so the meringue will come out in a string about the size of a thick pencil.
  • On a cookie sheet lined with pachment paper squeeze from outside in, making a spiral, then make a peak in the middle. The meringue should be about 1 inch in diameter. You will probably need a second cookie sheet.
  • bake for one hour, or untill tops are golden brown.

MERINGUE COOKIES



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This recipe can be doubled, but if you do, don't double the chocolate chips. Best if eaten in a few days.

Provided by Pat K.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 egg whites
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup white sugar
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). To prevent burning you can bake on an air cushion baking sheet or put parchment paper on a regular cookie sheet.
  • Beat egg whites, salt, cream of tartar, and vanilla until very firm. Gradually add sugar and mix. Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls on pan. Bake 300 degrees for 25 minutes. They should only be lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 35.1 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

SURPRISE MERINGUES



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These wonderful light and airy confections are complemented by the cooling flavor of mint extract. Photo credit: Georgia Johnson from Comfort of Cooking.

Provided by McCormick

Categories     Cookies and Brownies,

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 egg whites, at room temperature
1/2 tsp McCormick® Cream of Tartar
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp McCormick® Pure Mint Extract
1/2 tsp McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 225°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with foil; spray foil with no stick cooking spray.
  • Beat egg whites in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until frothy. Add cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form. Increase speed to medium-high. Add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until sugar is dissolved and stiff peaks form. Beat in extracts until well blended. Gently stir in chocolate chips.
  • Drop by rounded measuring teaspoons 1 inch apart onto prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake both sheets of meringues at the same time for 45 minutes. Turn oven off. Let meringues stand in oven 1 hour or until completely cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 Calories

MERINGUE COOKIES



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 44 to 48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups sliced almonds
4 egg whites
Pinch kosher salt
3/4 cups sugar
Pinch ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Toast the almonds on a baking sheet in the oven until they are golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. When the almonds are toasted coarsely chop either by hand or in a food processor.
  • Put the egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer and add a pinch of salt. On the second highest speed of the mixer beat the egg whites until they come to medium peaks. With the mixer running, gently sprinkle in the sugar and cinnamon. Beat until stiff peaks form, then remove the bowl from the mixer. Gently fold in the chopped almonds in 3 additions.
  • Drop the batter in 1-inch balls onto a cookie sheet. Bake for 14 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

MERINGUE SURPRISE COOKIES



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Add attractive colors to meringue cookies with sprinkles and candies.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 egg whites
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
2/3 cup sugar
24 pastel mint drop candies
Colored snowflake sprinkles

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250°F. Line large cookie sheet with parchment paper. In small bowl, combine egg whites, salt and vanilla; beat until foamy. Gradually add sugar, beating 3 to 5 minutes or until stiff peaks form.
  • Pipe or spoon mixture into 3/4-inch-wide mounds 1 inch apart on parchment-lined cookie sheet. Top each with mint candy. Pipe or spoon additional drop of mixture over candy to cover. Sprinkle with snowflake sprinkles.
  • Bake at 250°F. for 50 to 60 minutes or until crisp. Immediately remove from cookie sheets. Cool 10 minutes or until completely cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 15 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • To make sure your meringue cookies are light and fluffy, make sure to beat the egg whites until they are stiff peaks.
  • If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a ziplock bag with the corner cut off to pipe the meringue cookies.
  • Be careful not to overbake the meringue cookies, as they can easily become dry and crumbly.
  • For a fun and festive twist, you can add food coloring to the meringue batter before piping the cookies.
  • Meringue cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Meringue cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these light and fluffy cookies that are sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give meringue cookies a try!

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