Peppermint Meringues

By barbsjustagirl

Melt in your mouth cookies are a super holiday gift or to pass around when guests drop in.

Ingredients

• 2 egg whites
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 peppermint candy canes, crushed

Details

Servings 3

Preparation

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Sprinkle with salt and cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form, about 7 minutes.
Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased foil or paper lined baking sheets, sprinkle with the crushed candy.
Bake at 225 degrees for 1-1/2 hours. Turn off heat; leave cookies in the oven with the door ajar for at least 1 hour or until cool.
Store in an airtight container.

1 cookie equals 21 calories, 0 fat!!