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Homemade Forgotten Cookies with chocolate chips on white kitchen counter

Forgotten Cookies Recipe

These light, crispy Forgotten Cookies are a true holiday baking miracle. With just a few simple ingredients and an overnight rest in the oven, you’ll wake up to melt-in-your-mouth meringue cookies that taste like sweet magic. Perfect for busy bakers who want something special without the stress!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Overnight Rest: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 80kcal
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • 1 Electric mixer Stand or hand mixer works great
  • 2 Baking sheets Lined with parchment or silicone mats
  • 1 Mixing bowl Clean and dry, free from grease
  • 1 Rubber spatula For folding mix-ins gently
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons For accuracy
  • 1 Airtight container For storing cookies

Ingredients

  • 2 large egg whites Room temperature for best volume
  • 0.67 cup granulated sugar Pulse to superfine for smoother texture
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon cream of tartar Optional, helps stabilize egg whites
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips Use dairy-free if needed
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts Optional mix-in
  • 0.5 cup white chocolate chips Optional mix-in
  • 0.25 cup cocoa powder Optional, for chocolate version

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Separate egg whites carefully and let them sit at room temperature.
  • Beat egg whites until foamy, then add cream of tartar and salt.
  • Gradually add sugar and continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form.
  • Add vanilla and beat briefly to combine.
  • Gently fold in chocolate chips and nuts using a rubber spatula.
  • Drop spoonfuls of mixture onto baking sheets, spacing evenly.
  • Place in preheated oven, then immediately turn off the oven. Do not open the door.
  • Leave cookies in closed oven overnight (6–8 hours).
  • In the morning, remove cookies and store in an airtight container.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 20g | Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: 40mg | Sugar: 11g | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.3mg