Pecan Meringue Cookies

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Pecan Meringue Cookies
225 min.
12
109kcal

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If you're on the hunt for a delightful dessert that is both light and crisp, look no further than these Pecan Meringue Cookies! Perfectly suitable for those following vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, these cookies will leave you feeling satisfied without any of the guilt. A harmonious blend of airy meringue with the rich, nutty flavors of pecans, this treat is a true crowd-pleaser, crafted to perfection for low FODMAP diets as well.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a crunchy exterior that gives way to a delicate, marshmallow-like interior—it's a texture experience that will have you reaching for seconds (and thirds!). The magic happens in the oven, where the gentle heat transforms simple ingredients into a whimsical dessert. With every bite, you’ll discover the satisfying crunch of pecans that adds just the right amount of richness to the sweet meringue base.

Whether you're entertaining guests or simply indulging in a quiet afternoon treat, these Pecan Meringue Cookies are a delightful option any time of the year. They are incredibly easy to make and require only a handful of ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. Follow along, and in just a few hours, you’ll have an irresistible dessert that everyone will adore—without any fuss or fancy equipment. Get ready to impress with this exquisite cookie treat!

Ingredients

  • cup pecans whole (preferably lightly roasted - 8-10 min at 250°F)
  •  egg whites 
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • blender
  • wooden spoon
  • spatula
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
  2. Break pecans into small pieces:
  3. Place pecans in zipper baggie and beat them with a wooden spoon or roll over them with a rolling pin to break them into small pieces. Set aside.
  4. Add salt to egg whites and beat to soft peaks: Put egg whites into a spotlessly clean standup mixer bowl.
  5. Add salt. Bea on medium speed until soft peaks start to become visible and the egg white bubbles are very small and uniform, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. While continuing to beat the egg whites, slowly add sugar, then vinegar, and beat to stiff peaks: Increase the speed to medium-high, and slowly add the sugar, a couple tablespoons at a time, to the egg whites. Continue to whip the eggs and sugar for a few minutes.
  7. Then add the vinegar to the bowl. Increase speed to high and whip the egg whites until they fluff up and become glossy, and stiff peaks form when the whisk is lifted, 4-5 minutes.
  8. Fold in pecan pieces: Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the pecan pieces.
  9. Drop by teaspoons onto a cookie sheets that have been lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  10. Put the cookies sheet in the 300°F oven, close the door and lower the heat to 250°F.
  11. Bake them for 25 minutes at 250°F, then turn the oven OFF. Leave them in the oven for 2 to 3 hours or overnight. When they are ready they'll be crisp on the outside, and light and airy on the inside.
  12. If they are a little marshmallowy or chewy on the inside, just let them dry out for a few more hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories109kcal
Protein5.48%
Fat46.97%
Carbs47.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.84
Glycemic Load
8.76
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.2139130299506%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.89mg
Delphinidin
0.6mg
Catechin
0.6mg
Epigallocatechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:109.11kcal
5.46%
Fat:5.99g
9.22%
Saturated Fat:0.51g
3.19%
Carbohydrates:13.65g
4.55%
Net Carbohydrates:12.86g
4.68%
Sugar:12.86g
14.28%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:15.81mg
0.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.57g
3.15%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.64%
Copper:0.1mg
5.08%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.65%
Fiber:0.79g
3.17%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.71%
Selenium:1.89µg
2.7%
Magnesium:10.81mg
2.7%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.52%
Phosphorus:23.99mg
2.4%
Potassium:46.31mg
1.32%
Iron:0.22mg
1.23%