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Fluffy Jello Meringue Cookies Recipe

Fluffy Jello Meringue Cookies Recipe


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  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 13 1x

Description

Meringue cookies with Jello offer a colorful, whimsical twist on classic desserts. Sweet, light confections showcase playful flavors from simple ingredients that delight taste buds and bring joy to baking enthusiasts.


Ingredients

Scale
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg whites, at room temperature
  • ¼ tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 small box 3 oz (85 g) flavored gelatin (Jello, any flavor)

Instructions

  1. Workspace Preparation: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and preheat oven to 225F (110C), creating an ideal low-temperature baking environment.
  2. Meringue Formation: In a clean, dry mixing bowl, whip egg whites and cream of tartar using an electric mixer. Gradually introduce granulated sugar while beating, developing a glossy, stiff-peaked meringue with robust structure.
  3. Flavor Infusion: Delicately fold gelatin powder into the meringue, incorporating color and distinctive flavor while maintaining the mixture’s ethereal lightness.
  4. Shaping Technique: Pipe or spoon uniform meringue swirls onto prepared baking sheets, ensuring consistent sizing for even baking and aesthetic appeal.
  5. Baking Process: Place trays in preheated oven, allowing meringues to transform slowly. After 1.5-2 hours, confirm doneness by checking cookies’ easy release from parchment and complete dryness.
  6. Cooling Strategy: Turn off oven, leaving meringues inside to cool gradually. This method ensures optimal crispness and prevents textural compromise from sudden temperature changes.
  7. Storage Protocol: Once completely cooled, transfer delicate cookies to an airtight container. Preserve these vibrant, melt-in-your-mouth treats at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Notes

Manage Moisture Carefully: Protect meringue mixture from any water droplets or humidity, as even a tiny amount can destroy the fluffy egg white structure and prevent perfect peaks from forming.

Whip with Precision: Ensure egg whites reach room temperature before beating, which helps create more stable, voluminous peaks and allows sugar to incorporate more smoothly during mixing.

Control Sugar Integration: Add sugar slowly and steadily while continuously whipping to guarantee complete dissolution and prevent grainy texture, which could compromise the meringue’s silky smoothness.

Master Low-Temperature Baking: Maintain consistent low oven heat to dry out meringues gradually, preventing browning and preserving their delicate, crisp texture without creating harsh, brittle edges.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 13
  • Calories: 49
  • Sugar: 11 g
  • Sodium: 5 mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg