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