Coconut Meringues - Light and Fluffy Treats with a Tropical Twist

These coconut meringues are the perfect treat for coconut lovers. With their light and fluffy texture, they melt in your mouth, leaving behind a delicate coconut flavor. These cookies are made with just a few simple ingredients and are a delightful addition to any dessert spread. Enjoy them on their own or use them to garnish cakes and pies. With a preparing time of only 20 minutes, you can quickly whip up a batch of these sweet treats.

Ingredients

• 4 egg whites
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a clean mixing bowl, add the egg whites and beat on medium speed until frothy.
3. Add the cream of tartar to the egg whites and continue to beat until soft peaks form.
4. Gradually add the sugar, a tablespoon at a time, while continuously beating the mixture.
5. Continue beating until stiff peaks form and the meringue is glossy.
6. Gently fold in the vanilla extract, coconut extract, and shredded coconut until well combined.
7. Using a spoon or a piping bag, drop small mounds of the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until the meringues are dry and crisp.
9. Once done, remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
10. Serve the coconut meringues as a delicious sweet treat or use them as a topping for cakes and pies.

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