Forgotten Party Cookies

33 Reviews

“Cookies are FORGOTTEN in hot oven that has been turned off and are left in the oven for at least 4 - 6 hours.” - by Debbie

Ingredients

2 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 pinch salt
3/4 cup white sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Original recipe yields 40 cookies

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
Beat egg whites until stiff.
Add cream of tartar and salt. Beat until stiff.
Add sugar and beat until glossy. Add vanilla (or any flavoring) and any coloring, if desired. Add chocolate chips, nuts or raisins if desired.
Drop on greased sheet. Place in preheated oven and turn heat off. Leave for 4-6 hours or over night. Do not double recipe as oven will not hold the cookies.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (20 total)

Calories
31 cal
2%

Fat
0 g
< 1%

Carbs
7.6 g
2%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Reviews (33)

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LillysMom

Dec. 19, 2003

"Great little confection. I made them 3x with lemon, then vanilla, then almond. Almond was the best. The consistency for these when you use your mixer is a thick goo that will litterall stand up when y..." See moreou spoon it on the tray. Generously grease the pan or you'll be screwed. If not stiff enough beat some more and add cream of tartar."

ILLUMINATIAN

Feb. 17, 2007

"I actually made this using 75% splenda and 25% real sugar. It turned out great. You can make meringues any flavor. I tried adding cocao powder or cinnamon. they're all very fluffy and filling with mel..." See moret-in-your-mouth goodness"

Beckbell

Aug. 27, 2006

"This is what we call in my house, "Empty Tomb Cookies." We put these in the oven the night before Easter and then we discuss the Resurrection of Christ and eat our cookies which are empty, just as th..." See moree tomb was on Easter morn."

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