Christmas Meringue Cookies

Step 1

Preheat oven to 200 degrees F

Step 2

Line baking sheet with parchment paper

Step 3

In a bowl of a stand mixer or large bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tartar, extract and salt on medium speed until soft peaks form

Step 4

Gradually add sugar 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high speed until stiff peaks form

Step 5

Using a brush, add stripes to the inside of a plastic decorator bag fitted with a large star or round tip

Step 6

Fill bag with meringue

Step 7

Pipe cookies onto prepared baking sheet

Step 8

Bake for 90 minutes or until cookies are set

Step 9

Turn oven off and leave oven door slightly open for 60 minutes

Step 10

Remove from oven