Lemon Meringue Cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: lemon meringue cookie recipe, lemon meringue cookies

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 2 15

Cooling Time: 1

Total Time: 3 30

Servings: cookies

Calories: 23kcal

These Lemon Meringue Cookies are light, airy and bursting with bright citrus flavor! With just five simple ingredients, these absolutely irresistible cookies have that perfect crispy exterior and a melt-in-your-mouth interior. The beautiful yellow swirl makes them so pretty and perfect for celebrations!

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Ingredients

2 large egg whites room temperature
1 teaspoon lemon juice fresh squeezed
2 tablespoons lemon gelatin powder
1 cup powdered sugar sifted
yellow food coloring gel for stripes, optional

Instructions

Move rack to the lowest position in the oven and preheat to 200°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper, set aside.
In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, add the egg whites and lemon juice and beat together until soft peaks form, about 3 to 5 minutes.
2 large egg whites, 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Gradually add in the lemon gelatin powder and powdered sugar, ⅓ cup at a time until all the sugar has been added, continuously beating the mixture.
2 tablespoons lemon gelatin powder, 1 cup powdered sugar
Beat an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until you have firm peaks. The peaks should stand stiffly even when the beater is removed.
Prepare a large piping bag with a 1M Wilton tip (or equivalent tip) and then use the food coloring gel to "draw" several lines on the inside of the bag. Be careful not to smudge the gel.
yellow food coloring gel
Gently scoop the meringue mixture into the piping bag, being careful not to disturb the food coloring.
Pipe cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, at least ½ inch apart.
Bake the cookies for 2 hours and 15 minutes (on the lowest rack) or until the cookies are dry to the touch and easily lift off the pan.
Do not remove the cookies. Turn off the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely in the oven with the door closed, about 1 hour.

Notes

Storage Information

Room Temperature: To keep your lemon meringue cookies light and crisp, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Avoid storing them in humid environments, as moisture can make them turn out sticky or chewy.
Freezer: If you need to store them for longer, you can freeze them in a single layer in an airtight container for up to one month—just let them thaw at room temperature before enjoying!

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