Fudgy Meringue Cookies

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Fudgy Meringue Cookies
120 min.
16
112kcal

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Are you ready to indulge in a heavenly treat that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than these Fudgy Meringue Cookies! With their rich, intense chocolate flavor and delightfully chewy texture, these cookies are the perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply satisfying your own sweet tooth, these delightful meringue cookies will impress everyone around the table.

Each bite offers a unique combination of fudgy richness and airy lightness, making them a truly irresistible treat. Made with bittersweet chocolate, unsweetened cocoa powder, and whipped egg whites, these cookies are as fun to make as they are to eat. The process of beating the egg whites until they form glossy peaks is a true testament to the joy of baking—a simple yet science-driven technique that yields stunning results!

Not only are these cookies delicious, but they also come together in just about two hours, making them a quick and satisfying project for bakers of all skill levels. Plus, with only 112 calories per cookie, you can enjoy them without the guilt. So gather your friends and family around for a delightful baking experience that will leave everyone craving more. Get ready to whip up a batch of these Fudgy Meringue Cookies and watch them disappear in no time!

Ingredients

  • cup chocolate chips 61% divided (do not exceed cacao; 6 ounces)
  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  • 0.1 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  • large egg whites room temperature
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar divided
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Position 1 rack in top third and 1 rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 350°F. Coat 2 large rimmed baking sheets with nonstick spray.
  2. Place 1/2 cup chocolate chips in small microwave-safe bowl. Cook in 15-second intervals until chocolate softens; stir until melted and smooth. Cool chocolate to lukewarm, about 10 minutes.
  3. Whisk 1/2 cup sugar, cocoa, and cornstarch in small bowl to blend.
  4. Using electric mixer, beat room-temperature egg whites, vanilla, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and cream of tartar in medium bowl until soft peaks form.
  5. Add remaining 1 cup sugar in 4 additions, beating just to blend after each addition. Continue to beat until meringue is thick and glossy like marshmallow creme, about 2 minutes longer. Beat in cocoa mixture. Fold in melted chocolate, then 1/2 cup chips.
  6. Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls onto prepared sheets, spacing 3 inches apart.
  7. Bake cookies 7 minutes. Reverse sheets and bake until dry-looking and cracked, about 6 minutes. Cool cookies on sheets 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer cookies to racks and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Calories112kcal
Protein5.9%
Fat29.24%
Carbs64.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.9139130463743%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.16mg
Epicatechin
3.52mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:112.12kcal
5.61%
Fat:3.79g
5.82%
Saturated Fat:3.41g
21.29%
Carbohydrates:18.89g
6.3%
Net Carbohydrates:17.79g
6.47%
Sugar:14.92g
16.57%
Cholesterol:0.11mg
0.04%
Sodium:19.53mg
0.85%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.19%
100%
Caffeine:4.12mg
1.37%
Protein:1.72g
3.44%
Copper:0.09mg
4.52%
Fiber:1.09g
4.37%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.29%
Calcium:36.8mg
3.68%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.48%
Magnesium:13.47mg
3.37%
Potassium:109.45mg
3.13%
Phosphorus:27.99mg
2.8%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.63%
Selenium:1.74µg
2.49%
Iron:0.41mg
2.26%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.19%
Source:Epicurious