Ingredients for Pink Meringue Clouds
- Egg Yolks
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt (for cookie dough) + Pinch of salt (for meringue)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for cookie dough) + 1 cup granulated sugar (for meringue)
- Shortening
- Milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cookie dough) + 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for meringue)
- Egg Whites
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
- Peppermint Stick Candy
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How to Make Pink Meringue Clouds
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- **Prepare Cookie Dough:** In a medium bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened butter and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 large egg, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- **Prepare Meringue:** In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat 3 large egg whites with a pinch of salt using an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Gently fold in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies.
- **Assemble Cookies:** Roll chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Place on ungreased baking sheets.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar.
- Top each cookie with a rounded teaspoon of meringue.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden and the meringue is lightly browned.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
32g
Fat
8g
Carbs
4g
