The Top 5 Holiday Cookie Recipes Of 2021!

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

egg whites

🥗Healthier: aquafaba

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Aquafaba is a vegan alternative that mimics egg whites.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate bar

Dark chocolate has less sugar and can be more affordable.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: imitation vanilla

Vanilla bean adds natural flavor without synthetic ingredients.

Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a clean bowl, whip egg whites until foamy.

Add cream of tartar and salt; continue whipping until soft peaks form.

Gradually add granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while whipping until stiff peaks form and mixture is glossy.

Mix in vanilla extract and any food coloring until evenly combined.

Spoon or pipe the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in desired shapes.

Sprinkle powdered sugar on top if desired.

Bake in the preheated oven for 1-1.5 hours until dry and crisp.

Turn off the oven and leave the meringues inside to cool completely for at least 1 hour.

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