Low Fat Lemon Meringue Cookies Recipe

Indulge in guilt-free deliciousness with these light and zesty Low-Fat Lemon Meringue Cookies! Adapted from "Good Morning America's Cut the Calories Cookbook," this recipe delivers a surprisingly airy and flavorful meringue treat without the added fat. Perfect for a healthy dessert or a refreshing snack, these cookies are easy to make and guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 23.5 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Low Fat Lemon Meringue Cookies

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How to Make Low Fat Lemon Meringue Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  3. In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat 4 large egg whites with a pinch of salt using an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar, continuing to beat on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form (this will take several minutes).
  5. Beat in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Gently fold in 1 tablespoon of finely grated lemon zest using a rubber spatula.
  6. Using a rounded teaspoon, drop meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Place baking sheets in the preheated oven. Immediately turn the oven OFF. Close the oven door and let the cookies dry in the oven for 2 hours.
  8. Carefully peel the meringue cookies off the parchment paper. Let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Low Fat Lemon Meringue Cookies?

Low Fat Lemon Meringue Cookies takes about 160 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 140 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Low Fat Lemon Meringue Cookies?

Low Fat Lemon Meringue Cookies has approximately 23.5 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Low Fat Lemon Meringue Cookies?

The key ingredients for Low Fat Lemon Meringue Cookies are Egg Whites, Salt, Sugar, Lemon Zest, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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