Forgotten Cookies

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 6

Indulge in the Sweet Flavors of Forgotten Cookies

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 egg whites , stiffly beaten
	1/3 cup sugar ( a little more if you like it sweet )
	1/2 teaspoon vanilla
	6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
	1 cup pecans , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

270

Sugar

18g

Fat

18g

If you're looking for a quick and easy dessert with minimal cleanup, Forgotten Cookies are a perfect choice. These cookies are light and airy on the inside with a crisp exterior. They get their name from the unique process of baking them in a preheated oven and leaving them there until cooled, which results in a crunchy-chewy texture that melts in your mouth. With just five ingredients and a short prep time, this recipe is an excellent way to use up leftover egg whites and satisfy your sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	In a large bowl, stir together the stiffly beaten egg whites, sugar, and vanilla.
3.	Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
4.	Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
5.	Place the sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
6.	Turn off the oven and leave the cookies inside until completely cooled.

PROS

Forgotten Cookies are a low-effort, delicious treat with a light, airy texture and a perfect combination of crunchy and chewy.

This recipe is an excellent way to use up leftover egg whites.

CONS

These cookies have a high sugar content and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The recipe yields only a small batch of cookies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe isn’t particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed in moderation as an occasional treat.
The pecans in these cookies are a rich source of healthy fats and an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, magnesium, and zinc.