Easy Vanilla Meringue Cookies made with just 5 ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry! Simple gluten free meringue cookie recipe flavored with vanilla extract for a sweet, crisp and chewy treat.
Preheat the oven to 300°F and line two baking sheets with nonstick parchment paper.
Whisk the egg whites in a clean bowl, using a hand-held electric whisk, until very stiff. (You can use a stand mixer instead!)
Pour the powdered sugar and cornstarch in a strainer and shake over the bowl, releasing a little at a time, whisking until the meringue is very stiff.
Mix in the vinegar and vanilla extract. Using a medium cookie scoop, mound mixture on to the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 30 minutes. Cool on the baking sheets, then remove them from the paper with a metal spatula. Yields about 20 cookies. Store in an airtight container on the countertop.
Notes
Meringue Cookies taste best if they're allowed to sit for 4-5 hours, or even overnight, after baking. The insides develop a chewy texture and paired with the crispy outside they're amazing!