WW Christmas Tree Meringue Cookies

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The WW Christmas Tree Meringue Cookies are healthy & tasty. We made them in one hour and 50 minutes, so they are perfect for quick dessert. They contain egg whites, granulated sugar, cream of tartar, vanilla extract, green food coloring, and Christmas sprinkles. WW Christmas Tree Meringue Cookies are served with hot chocolate, berries, chocolate truffles, cinnamon tea, and vanilla latte. We would easily store these cookies in an airtight container, so we would easily make them in advance.

STATS:

  • Total time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Calories: 25 kcal
  • Serving size: 1 small cookie
  • Cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 30 small cookies
  • Cuisine: American
  • Preparation time: 20 minutes
  • Course: Dessert

EQUIPMENT:

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Baking tray
  • Piping bag
  • Star-shaped piping tip
  • Mixing bowl
  • Toothpick
  • Electric hand mixer
  • Baking paper
  • Wire cooling rack

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3 large egg whites
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • One tsp vanilla extract
  • A few drops of green food coloring
  • ¼ tsp cream of tartar
  • 2 tbsp colorful Christmas sprinkles

INGREDIENT NOTES:

EGG WHITES:

  • Utilize the egg whites to prepare these Christmas tree meringue cookies, and they will provide a light & airy texture. They will also help the cookies hold their Christmas tree shapes. We would also utilize carton egg whites suitable for whipping instead if required.

GRANULATED SUGAR:

  • Include the granulated sugar to provide the sweetness to the meringue mixture. It will also help create a glossy texture & make the cookies crisp during baking. We would also utilize fine caster sugar instead if required.

CREAM OF TARTAR:

  • Utilize the cream of tartar to stabilize the whipped egg whites, and it will help them form stiff peaks. It will also help the Christmas tree shapes hold during baking. Include some lemon juice as a substitute.

VANILLA EXTRACT:

  • Include the vanilla extract to provide a pleasant aroma & sweet flavor to the meringue cookies. It will also complement the sweetness of the sugar. We would also utilize almond extract or peppermint extract instead if required.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, cover the tray with baking paper and warm the oven to 200°F.
  2. Beat the egg whites in the bowl, then include cream of tartar and make soft peaks.
  3. Include granulated sugar, one tbsp at a time, then add vanilla extract with a few drops of green food coloring.
  4. Add the meringue mixture in the bag with a star-shaped tip, then make the Christmas tree shapes on the tray.
  5. Include a few sprinkles on the trees, then bake them for 1 hour and thirty minutes.
  6. Lastly, cool the cookies in the oven with the door open for 60 minutes, then serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

DRINKS:

  • Hot Chocolate
  • Cinnamon Tea
  • Peppermint Tea
  • Vanilla Latte

DESSERTS:

  • Christmas Sugar Cookies
  • Gingerbread Cookies
  • Mini Vanilla Cupcakes
  • Christmas Brownie Bites

SNACKS:

  • Fresh Strawberry Slices
  • Apple Slices
  • Fresh Orange Segments
  • Mixed Berries

PLATTERS:

  • Chocolate Truffles
  • Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
  • Christmas Shortbread Cookies

TIPS:

  • For better results, beat the ingredients in a clean bowl.
  • Include egg whites at room temperature so they whip easily and create a fluffy meringue.
  • Add the sugar gradually so it dissolves perfectly and the mixture becomes smoother.
  • Make the cookies small, so they bake easily and keep the dessert light.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Storing this dessert is not recommended.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the baked cookies in a closed container for one month.

FAQs:

What is it that makes this dessert sticky?

  • The meringue cookies may not have been baked properly, which is what causes the sticky results.

Should I leave the cream of tartar out of this recipe?

  • Yes, you can utilize some of lemon juice as a replacement instead.

What would be a good alternative to sugar?

  • For meringue recipes, you can use a baking sweetener as a substitute.

Is it possible to make these cookies ahead of time?

  • Yes, you can prepare them several days ahead and keep them in a closed box.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 25 kcal

Net carbs: 5 g

Iron: 0.01 mg

Total carbs: 5 g

Vitamin A: 2 IU

Fiber: 0 g

Calcium: 1 mg

Protein: 0.3 g

Sodium: 5 mg

Potassium: 5 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 1 Point