Easy Jello Meringue Cookies
These colorful, airy Jello Meringue Cookies are a fun and unique treat that will brighten up any snack table. Made with just a few simple ingredients — egg whites, sugar, and flavored Jello powder — they’re crisp on the outside, light on the inside, and melt in your mouth with a burst of fruity flavor.
Naturally gluten-free and low in fat, they’re perfect for kids’ parties, lunchboxes, baby showers, or just as a sweet afternoon pick-me-up. Plus, they’re so fun to customize with your favorite Jello flavors!
💛 Why You’ll Love These:
- Only 4 ingredients and super simple to whip up
- Naturally gluten-free and fat-free
- Crisp outside, fluffy inside — like a fruity cloud!
- Great for holiday trays, baby showers, and school snacks
- Easily customizable with different colors and flavors
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 24–30 cookies)
- 3 large egg whites, room temperature
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 small box (3 oz) Jello gelatin powder (any flavor – strawberry, raspberry, lemon, etc.)
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar (optional, helps stabilize)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep:
Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Whip the Egg Whites:
In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, beating until stiff glossy peaks form.
3. Add the Jello Powder:
Sprinkle in the Jello powder and beat until fully incorporated. You should see the color and flavor come through!
4. Pipe or Spoon the Meringue:
Transfer the meringue to a piping bag (or spoon it) and pipe small mounds or swirls onto the baking sheets.
5. Bake Low & Slow:
Bake for 1 hour. Then turn off the oven and leave the cookies inside for another 30 minutes to dry out.
6. Cool & Store:
Let cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
💡 Tips & Variations:
- Use different Jello flavors for colorful assortments
- Want rainbow meringues? Divide the batter and use multiple flavors
- For extra crunch, sprinkle with colored sugar before baking
- Keep humidity low — meringues hate moisture!
🥡 Storage Tips:
Store in an airtight container at room temp (NOT the fridge) for 5–7 days. If they start to get sticky, re-crisp them in the oven at 200°F for 10 minutes.
✨ Final Thoughts:
Fun, fruity, and surprisingly simple, these Jello Meringue Cookies are as pretty as they are tasty. With endless flavor options and bright pastel colors, they’re a cheerful treat that both kids and adults will love. Perfect for parties, gifting, or just adding a pop of color to your cookie jar.
