Forgotten Cookies
Forgotten Cookies are light, airy meringue-style cookies filled with rich chocolate chips. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they deliver a crisp exterior, melt-in-your-mouth center, and nostalgic sweetness perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Oven
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- electric mixer or whisk
- wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar while continuing to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Gently mix in the vanilla extract and salt until just combined.
- Carefully fold in the chocolate chips to keep the mixture light and airy.
- Spoon dollops of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the cookies are lightly golden with crisp tops.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.
- Let the cookies rest for at least 4 hours or overnight to develop the best texture and flavor.
Notes
Always use room-temperature egg whites and a grease-free bowl for best volume. Fold gently to avoid deflating the meringue. Allow the cookies to rest fully to achieve their signature texture.