Meringues

By shelliec

Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie equals 35 calories, 2 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10 mg sodium, 6 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, trace protein.

Ingredients

• 3 egg whites
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup (6 ounces) miniature semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Preparation

Step 1

Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand for 30 minutes. Add the vanilla, cream of tartar and salt; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts.

Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Bake at 250° for 40-45 minutes or until firm to the touch. Turn oven off; leave meringues in oven for 1-1/2 hours. Remove to wire racks. Store in an airtight container