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Crispy Ghost Meringue Cookies: Easy Halloween Treat

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These crispy ghost meringue cookies are a simple, elegant Halloween treat made with just egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar. They offer a shattering, airy texture and are decorated with mini chocolate chip eyes.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (caster or superfine preferred)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 6–8 mini chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet) for eyes
  • Parchment paper for lining baking sheets

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Separate egg whites from yolks, ensuring no yolk gets into the whites. Place whites in a clean, grease-free glass or metal bowl.
  3. Whip egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Add cream of tartar and continue whipping on medium-high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form (3-5 minutes).
  4. With mixer running on medium, slowly add sugar, one tablespoon at a time. Increase speed to high and whip for another 2-3 minutes until sugar is fully dissolved and mixture is thick and glossy.
  5. Turn off mixer and gently fold in vanilla extract with a spatula.
  6. Transfer mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip. Pipe small ghost shapes onto prepared baking sheets.
  7. Immediately press two mini chocolate chips into the top of each ghost for eyes while the meringue is still wet.
  8. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until dry to the touch and release easily from parchment. If browning, lower temperature to 175°F (80°C).
  9. Turn off oven and let meringues cool completely inside the oven with the door cracked open to prevent cracking.

Notes

Ensure all equipment is completely clean and grease-free, as even a speck of yolk or oil can prevent egg whites from whipping. Humidity can affect drying time; if the kitchen is humid, leave cookies in the oven longer. Do not use brown sugar as it adds moisture and makes the cookies chewy.

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