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Chocolate Meringue Cookies

Light and Airy Chocolate Meringue Cookies That Melt Hearts

Delight your sweet tooth with these Chocolate Meringue Cookies, which offer a light and airy texture combined with rich cocoa flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue
  • 3 large Egg Whites Use room temperature for better volume.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be swapped for almond extract.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Helps stabilize egg whites.
  • 3/4 cup White Sugar Add gradually for a smooth mixture.
For the Chocolate Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Essential for chocolate flavor.
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Can use dark chocolate for less sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • spatula
  • Teaspoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chocolate Meringue Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean mixing bowl, combine egg whites, vanilla extract, and cream of tartar. Beat on medium until soft peaks form (2-3 mins).
  3. Increase mixer speed to high, add white sugar gradually, and beat until stiff peaks form (3-5 mins).
  4. Sift in cocoa powder, fold into the meringue gently, then add chocolate chips and fold until just combined.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of meringue onto the prepared baking sheet with space between each.
  6. Bake for 25-30 mins until dry and easily lift off the parchment. They should have a soft center.
  7. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 mins, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure mixing bowls and utensils are clean. Use room temperature egg whites for maximum volume. Add sugar gradually and be gentle while folding in cocoa powder and chips.

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