Easy Jello Meringue Cookies
Light and airy baked meringue cookies made with egg whites, sugar, and fruity Jello powder for colorful, melt-in-your-mouth treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5–2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 30 cookies
- Category: Dessert / Cookies
- Method: Baked / Whipped
- Cuisine: American / Fun Baking
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
4 large egg whites (room temperature) Egg whites
1 cup granulated sugar Sugar
1 (3 oz) box Jello powder (any flavor) Jello
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar Cream of tartar
Optional toppings: sprinkles, edible glitter, colored sugar Sprinkles
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
Set oven to 225°F (110°C).
Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
2. Whip egg whites
In a clean bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed.
Continue until soft peaks form.
3. Add sugar
Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Beat on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form.
4. Add Jello powder
Sprinkle in Jello powder.
Beat until fully mixed and evenly colored.
5. Shape cookies
Pipe or spoon small mounds onto baking sheets.
Leave about 1 inch between each cookie.
6. Bake
Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until dry and crisp.
Turn off oven and let cookies cool inside for 1 hour.
7. Serve
Remove and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Make sure bowl and beaters are completely grease-free for best meringue results.
Different Jello flavors create different colors and tastes.
Humidity can affect texture—store in airtight containers immediately.
Do not underbake; cookies must be fully dry to stay crisp.
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