Elevate your dessert game with these exquisite Dark & Moody Meringue Berry Cookies. The contrast between the deep-hued berries and the delicate meringue creates a visually stunning treat that's as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate.
Ingredients: 4 large egg whites. 1 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1 cup mixed dark berries e.g., blackberries, blueberries, raspberries. 1 tablespoon powdered sugar for dusting.
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 225F 110C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites and salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar while continuing to beat until glossy stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the vanilla extract. Spoon or pipe meringue onto the prepared baking sheet, forming cookie shapes. Create slight indentations in the center of each cookie for holding the berries. Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meringue cookies are crisp and dry to the touch. Turn off the oven and leave the cookies inside to cool completely. Once the cookies are cooled, carefully place mixed dark berries in the indentations. Dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Serve the dark and moody meringue berry cookies immediately, and enjoy!
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 120 minutes
Owen C
