Air Fryer Meringue Cookies: Easy Light Treats for Everyone
Delight in the airy, crispy goodness of these Air Fryer Meringue Cookies, perfect for a light treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°F (93°C).
- In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add granulated sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Using a piping bag, pipe meringue shapes onto parchment paper.
- Place the parchment paper in the air fryer basket and cook for 30 minutes.
- Turn off the air fryer and let the meringues cool inside for an additional 30 minutes.
Notes
- For best results, ensure there is no yolk in the egg whites.
- Experiment with different flavors by adding extracts or food coloring.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg