Forgotten Cookies
Forgotten Cookies are a classic meringue-based cookie, typically made from whipped egg whites, sugar, and vanilla, with optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. They are called 'forgotten' because the baking process involves leaving them in a turned-off oven for several hours or overnight to dry out slowly. This method results in a light, crisp, and airy texture.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from sugar, with minimal fat and protein. A typical serving provides a quick energy boost but is low in essential nutrients, with a calorie count of around 100-120 kcal per cookie.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 110 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 21 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
| Potassium | 40 mg |
| Calcium | 5 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.04 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01 mcg |
| Selenium | 2 mcg |
Per 1 cookie (approx. 25 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The unique baking method, where the cookies are 'forgotten' in the cooling oven, is a clever technique to achieve a perfectly dry and crisp meringue without burning, making it a forgiving recipe for home bakers.
