Fruity Cookies (Printable Version)

Crispy, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a fruity twist thanks to Jello powder. Made with just a handful of basic ingredients.

# Ingredients:

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01 - 1 box (3 oz) flavored Jello powder (pick any kind you like)
02 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
03 - ¾ cup white sugar
04 - 3 large egg whites (let them warm to room temp first)
05 - ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar

# Steps:

01 - Set your oven to 200°F (95°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Take a spotless bowl and whip the egg whites on medium speed until they're nice and foamy.
03 - Once the whites are foamy, toss in the cream of tartar and keep whisking until you see soft peaks forming.
04 - Crank the mixer up to high and gently add the sugar, one spoonful at a time, as you go. Beat until the mix gets shiny and stiff peaks hold their shape.
05 - Add the Jello powder and vanilla, then blend until everything looks smooth and the color is even.
06 - Put the meringue into a piping bag that has a star tip. Pipe small dollops onto the parchment-covered baking sheet, leaving about an inch of space between each.
07 - Bake them in the warmed oven for 60-90 minutes. They should feel dry and come off the parchment without sticking once done.
08 - Turn the oven off but keep the cookies inside with the door cracked open for around an hour, so they cool gently.
09 - After they've cooled completely, place them in a sealed container at room temp to keep them crunchy.

# Notes:

01 - Double-check that your mixing bowl and beaters are free from any grease for the best results.
02 - It's better to avoid humid weather when making meringues since they may stay sticky.
03 - Switch up the flavors by trying different Jello options like lime, orange, raspberry, or strawberry.