Easy Ghost Meringue Cookies Recipe with Dark Chocolate Eyes Perfect for Halloween
Light, airy ghost-shaped meringue cookies with dark chocolate eyes, perfect for a fun and spooky Halloween treat. These cookies are quick to make, simple, and delightfully crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar (superfine preferred)
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (about 60g) dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Separate 4 large egg whites carefully, ensuring no yolk gets in. Let sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes if not already.
- In a clean, grease-free mixing bowl, add egg whites and 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form (about 2-3 minutes).
- Gradually add 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar, about 1 tablespoon at a time, while beating on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form (about 5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract with a spatula, careful not to deflate the meringue.
- Transfer meringue into a piping bag fitted with a 1/2 inch round tip. Pipe small ghost shapes onto baking sheets, spacing about 1 inch apart.
- Immediately press two dark chocolate chips into each ghost for eyes. Adjust placement with a toothpick if needed.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes until meringues are dry to the touch and lift easily off parchment.
- Turn off oven and leave cookies inside for another 30 minutes to dry out completely.
- Cool completely on baking sheets before transferring to an airtight container.
Notes
Use room temperature egg whites for better volume. Add sugar slowly to achieve glossy, stiff peaks. Bake low and slow to keep cookies white and crisp. If meringues are sticky after baking, dry them longer in the turned-off oven with the door slightly open. Avoid grease in bowls and beaters to ensure proper whipping. Store in airtight container at room temperature; avoid refrigeration to keep crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 40
- Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Protein: 1
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