Mint Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies are light, a little bit crunchy, and packed with mint flavor. Add some chocolate chips to make unique cookies that look as good as they taste!

Meringue cookies are naturally gluten-free and easier to make than you would think. Just a few basic ingredients are needed to whip up these delicious cookies. Mint Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies are elegant and make a fabulous impression at parties.

All you need is an electric mixer, and a decent chunk of time while the cookies bake and then cool in the warm oven.

INGREDIENTS IN MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP MERINGUE COOKIES

Egg whites – Make sure to only use egg whites in the recipe. This is what makes meringue cookies so light.

Salt – Just a little tiny bit of salt will help the other flavors to pop.

Mint extract – This is what gives the cookies a strong mint flavor. A little extract goes a long way!

Cream of tartar – A little bit of cream of tartar is necessary for creating the perfect consistency and texture.

Green food coloring – If you prefer not to use food coloring, that’s fine, but the cookies won’t be green. Use as much as you’d like to get the color you desire.

Sugar – You can’t make cookies without sugar! Granulated sugar works best in this recipe.

Mini semi-sweet chocolate chips – If you don’t like chocolate, you can leave these out, but mint and chocolate are a fantastic flavor combination and the chocolate chips add a bit of crunch to the cookies as well.

HOW TO MAKE MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP MERINGUE COOKIES

Preheat oven to 200°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside.

In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites, salt, cream of tartar, mint extract, and food coloring until soft peaks form.

Add the sugar a tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and the sugar is dissolved.

Very gently fold the chocolate chips into the mixture.

Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake until firm to the touch, about 30 minutes, depending on the size of the cookies.

Turn the oven off and leave the meringues in the oven for 90 minutes. Transfer the meringues to wire racks and then store them in an airtight container.

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MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP MERINGUE COOKIES

Mint Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies are light, a little bit crunchy, and packed with mint flavor. Add some chocolate chips to make unique cookies that look as good as they taste!

Course Cookies

Cuisine American

Keyword Mint Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 50 servings

Calories 35kcal

Author Jessica & Nellie

Ingredients

• 4 egg whites
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 tsp mint extract
• ¼ tsp cream of tartar
• 6-8 drops green food coloring
• 1 cup sugar
• ⅔ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 250°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside.
• In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites, salt, cream of tartar, mint extract, and food coloring until soft peaks form.
• Gradually add the sugar a tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes.
• Very gently fold the chocolate chips into the mixture.
• Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until firm to the touch.
• Turn the oven off and leave the meringues in the oven for 90 minutes.
• Transfer the meringues to wire racks and then store them in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 0.2mg | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.2mg

Are Meringue Cookies Gluten Free?

Yes, meringue cookies do not require any flour, so they are gluten-free. These cookies are primarily made from egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar.

Why do meringue cookies crack?

Meringue cookies crack is they cool down too quickly. To help avoid this, let them cool on the baking sheet in the oven after it has been turned off.

How do you know when meringue cookies are done?

When the baking time has finished you can check to see if your cookies are done by trying to lift them off of the baking sheet. If they pop right up without any trouble or sticking, then they’re ready. If they stick, you’ll want to bake them for a few minutes longer.

Can you store meringue cookies in the fridge?

You don’t need to keep them in the fridge. You can keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. That should be plenty of time to eat these delicious sweets.

Can I freeze meringue cookies?

If you need more time to devour these tasty morsels then go ahead and freeze them in an airtight container for up to a month. Any longer than that and they’ll crack. For best storage solutions I recommend placing them in an airtight container, layered with parchment paper between each layer.

Also important note- Don’t let them absorb too much moisture as they thaw. Leave them on the counter uncovered in a room that isn’t too humid to thaw. It’s easy to do this by just placing them on a plate and just waiting a few minutes.

MORE DELICIOUS MINT COOKIE RECIPES TO TRY:

• FROSTED MINT CHOCOLATE COOKIES
• HOMEMADE MINT OREO COOKIES
• MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
• COPYCAT THIN MINT COOKIES
• GREEN MINT CHOCOLATE COOKIES
• CHOCOLATE JUNIOR MINT COOKIES
• ANDES MINT CHOCOLATE COOKIES
• MINT OREO PUDDING COOKIES
• MINT CHOCOLATE BROWNIE COOKIES
• MINT CHOCOLATE CAKE MIX COOKIES
• DOUBLE CHOCOLATE MINT COOKIES
• ANDES MINT STUFFED CHOCOLATE COOKIES
• BIG FAT MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
• MINT OREO PUDDING COOKIES

Mint Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies are light, a little bit crunchy, and packed with mint flavor. Add some chocolate chips to make unique cookies that look as good as they taste!

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