Resurrection Meringue Cookies
These delightful Resurrection Meringue Cookies, inspired by a heartfelt tradition shared with my friend, create a beautiful experience for families celebrating Easter together. As my granddaughters discovered, crafting these cookies is a joyous activity that brings the true meaning of Easter to life. Each cookie is a reminder of the resurrection story, combining whimsical fun and a deep spiritual message that resonates with both young and old. Perfect for gathering the family or sharing with friends at church, these hollow meringue cookies symbolize the empty tomb of Jesus, making them a sweet treat filled with love, hope, and joy for everyone aged 1 to 100.
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Servings
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Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Whole Pecans
1 cup (chopped)
Egg Whites
3 (at room temperature)
Sugar
1 cup (granulated)
Vinegar
1 teaspoon (white or apple cider)
Salt
1/8 teaspoon (a small pinch)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a cookie sheet with wax paper.
2
In a zip lock bag, place the pecans and have the children gently crush them with a wooden spoon, discussing how Jesus was beaten after his arrest.
3
Let the children smell the vinegar, and then pour it into a mixing bowl to explain that vinegar is what Jesus was given to drink when he was thirsty on the cross.
4
Add the egg whites to the vinegar, emphasizing the significance of eggs representing life, and discuss how Jesus gave his life for us.
5
Sprinkle a small pinch of salt into each child's hands, allowing them to taste it before adding the rest to the mixing bowl. Explain that salt represents the tears of Jesus' followers and the bitterness of sin.
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Next, add the 1 cup of granulated sugar to the mixture. Discuss how this sweetens the story, symbolizing Jesus' love for us.
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Using a mixer, beat the mixture on high speed for 12 to 15 minutes until stiff peaks form, and discuss how the white color represents purity.
8
Fold in the crushed pecans gently, representing the rocky tomb where Jesus' body was laid.
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Drop teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared cookie sheet. Each mound symbolizes the tomb.
10
Carefully place the cookie sheet in the oven, but turn OFF the oven instead of leaving it on.
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Seal the oven door with tape provided for each child, explaining that the tomb was sealed.
12
Encourage the kids to go to bed and reinforce the idea of waiting, relating it to the sadness felt by Jesus' followers.
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The next morning, open the oven to reveal the meringue cookies. Observe the cracked surface and take a bite to find them hollow, symbolizing the empty tomb.
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Celebrate together, reminding all that on the first Easter, Jesus’ followers were astonished to discover the tomb was open and empty. He has risen! Happy Easter!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Resurrection Meringue Cookies?
Resurrection Meringue Cookies are symbolic treats made for Easter that help tell the story of Jesus' resurrection through their ingredients and baking process.
Why are these cookies significant for Easter?
They are significant because each step of the recipe represents a part of the Easter story, concluding with a hollow center that symbolizes the empty tomb.
What does the vinegar in the recipe represent?
The vinegar represents the drink given to Jesus when he was thirsty while on the cross.
Why are egg whites used in this recipe?
Egg whites represent life, symbolizing how Jesus gave his life for humanity.
What is the symbolism of the salt?
Salt represents the bitterness of sin and the tears shed by Jesus' followers.
What does the sugar symbolize?
The sugar symbolizes the sweetness of Jesus' love for us.
Why do you crush the pecans?
Crushing the pecans represents the beating Jesus endured after his arrest.
What does the white color of the meringue represent?
The white color of the beaten meringue represents the purity of Jesus.
What do the mounds of cookie dough represent?
Each mound dropped onto the cookie sheet symbolizes the tomb where Jesus was laid.
Why is the oven turned off during baking?
The oven is turned off to allow the cookies to set overnight, representing the time Jesus spent in the tomb.
Why is the oven door taped shut?
Taping the oven door shut represents the sealing of Jesus' tomb.
What is the significance of the cookies being hollow?
The hollow center symbolizes the empty tomb, reminding us that Jesus has risen.
How many ingredients are needed for Resurrection Cookies?
The recipe requires five ingredients: whole pecans, egg whites, sugar, vinegar, and salt.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 300°F (150°C) before being turned off.
How long should you beat the egg white mixture?
The mixture should be beaten on high speed for 12 to 15 minutes until stiff peaks form.
Can I use apple cider vinegar for this recipe?
Yes, you can use either white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
What kind of pecans should be used?
The recipe calls for one cup of whole pecans, which are then chopped or crushed.
How do the cookies look the next morning?
The cookies will have a cracked surface and a hollow interior.
What is the suggested prep for the egg whites?
The egg whites should be at room temperature before starting the recipe.
Are these cookies suitable for children?
Yes, the recipe is designed as a family-friendly activity for children aged 1 to 100.
What kind of sugar is required?
One cup of granulated sugar is used in the recipe.
Is this a vegetarian recipe?
Yes, Resurrection Meringue Cookies are classified as vegetarian.
What does folding in the pecans represent?
Gently folding in the crushed pecans represents laying Jesus' body in the rocky tomb.
How many egg whites are used?
The recipe requires three egg whites.
Why do you have children taste the salt?
Children taste a small pinch of salt to experience the bitterness associated with the story of the crucifixion.
Should I use a specific type of cookie sheet lining?
The recipe recommends lining the cookie sheet with wax paper.
What is the main message to share with children while making these?
The main message is one of hope, love, and the joy of the resurrection.
When should the cookies be eaten?
They are traditionally eaten on Easter morning after being left in the oven overnight.
Can these cookies be shared at church?
Yes, they are a perfect treat to share with friends and family at church gatherings.
What do the stiff peaks symbolize?
Stiff peaks, along with the white color, emphasize the theme of purity in the resurrection story.