Description
These Heavenly Hollow Meringue Cookies are a sweet and meaningful Easter tradition. Each step of the process represents part of Jesus’ journey to resurrection, making this recipe a hands-on lesson in faith. With their crispy exterior and hollow center, these cookies symbolize the empty tomb on Easter morning, bringing both delicious flavor and deep significance to your celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole pecans
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- 3 egg whites
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup sugar
Special Items Needed:
- Zip-top bag
- Wooden spoon
- Tape
Instructions
- Crush the Pecans
- Place pecans in a zip-top bag and crush them using a wooden spoon.
- Add the Vinegar
- Let each child smell the vinegar before adding it to a mixing bowl.
- Mix in the Egg Whites
- Add the egg whites to the bowl, representing life.
- A Pinch of Salt
- Sprinkle a little salt into each child’s hand and let them taste it.
- Sweeten the Story
- Add sugar to the bowl, representing the sweetness of God’s love.
- Whip to Perfection
- Beat the mixture on high speed for 12-15 minutes until stiff peaks form.
- Shape the Tombs
- Gently fold in the crushed pecans and drop spoonfuls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Seal the Tomb
- Place the cookie sheet in a preheated 300°F oven. Turn the oven off and tape the door shut.
- Wait in Faith
- Let the cookies sit overnight, just as Jesus’ followers mourned His death.
- The Miracle Morning
- On Easter morning, break open a cookie—its hollow center symbolizes the empty tomb!
Notes
- Use a stand mixer for best results when whipping the meringue.
- For extra sweetness, dust the finished cookies with powdered sugar.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Perfect for Sunday School lessons and Easter morning traditions!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (overnight resting required)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Traditional / Easter