Peppermint Meringue Cookies

Ingredients

• 3 large egg whites
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/4 teaspoon red food coloring
• 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candy

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
3. Gradually add the sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
4. Fold in the peppermint extract, food coloring, and crushed candy.
5. Drop the meringue by the tablespoonful onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 1 hour.
6. Turn off the oven and let the cookies sit in the oven for an additional 1 hour.
7. Remove the cookies from the oven and let cool completely before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Meringue cookies are a type of cookie made from egg whites, sugar, and flavorings.
• Meringue cookies can be made with a variety of flavorings, including chocolate, vanilla, lemon, and peppermint.
• Meringue cookies are light and airy, but also very crunchy.
• Meringue cookies are popular during the Christmas season, when they are often flavored with peppermint.