Stevia Keto Meringue Cookies Recipe (2024)

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These yummy keto meringue cookies are stevia sweetened and made with only egg whites and cream of tartar. At almost zero carbs, they’re perfect for keto and anyone on an egg fast!

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  • How to make sugar free meringue cookies egg fast friendly
  • What to do with leftover egg yolks
  • What is an egg fast
  • Enjoying keto meringue cookies while egg fasting
  • Other low carb recipes to try
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Can you ever have too many zero carb snacks?

Okay, these low carb meringue cookies aren’t QUITE zero carbs. They have 0.1 net carbs per three cookies. That makes them a pretty keto friendly treat if you ask me.

I also like sugar free meringue because it’s super low in calories.

Each cookie only has 2 calories. They’re perfect when you just want a little something sweet and crunchy without adding calories or carbs. You can also sweeten them to your liking for a tasty, guilt-free snack any time!

Finally, they’re very easy to make. So why not whip up a batch of keto meringue cookies for healthy snacking all week long?

How to make sugar free meringue cookies egg fast friendly

These low carb meringue cookies can be part of an egg fast, which I’ll get into in a bit, when you pair them with a yolk and fat. Plus, they’re a great snack for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Also, because they are almost zero carbs, they’re perfect for anyone following a keto or low carb diet. And they come together in just a few simple steps:

  • Beat the egg whites with cream of tartar in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. I like to use my stand mixer on high for this. Then slowly add the keto stevia sweetener while continuing to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
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  • Spoon drops of the beaten egg whites onto the parchment paper lined cookie sheets. I usually get about 48 total meringue cookies, 24 per cookie sheet.
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  • Bake the cookies at 215°F for about two hours or until cookies begin to brown. Turn off the oven and leave the cookies in the warm oven to brown to desired color.
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Technically, traditional meringue cookies aren’t supposed to be brown. However, I like them a little better when they’re crunchy. That’s why I purposely bake them this way.

If you don’t want your cookies browned at all, just keep an eye on them when you’re getting close to two hours.

What to do with leftover egg yolks

This recipe calls for 5 egg whites. So if you use whole eggs rather than egg whites, you’re going to have some egg yolks leftover.

Rather than throw them out, you can use them in recipes that call for only egg yolks.

Make egg fast recipes

I like to make this frozen egg custard recipe that only uses yolks from I Breathe I’m Hungry. I discovered it during my first egg fast, and it’s quite delicious.

You could also try my egg fast coconut oil mayonnaise that uses cooked egg yolks instead of raw ingredients.

Other keto ideas

If you’re not doing an egg fast, then I highly recommend using the yolks to make my favorite dessert keto tiramisu!

I have also heard of people adding egg yolks to their coffee. In fact, there is a very popular Viatnamese recipe for egg coffee that combines espresso, egg yolks, and sweetened condensed milk.

To make a low carb version, whip one egg yolk with 3 tablespoon of heavy whipping cream and low carb sweetener to taste. Once the mixture is frothy and soft peaks form, use it to top espresso or strong coffee.

Of course, you can always choose to keep it simple. A lot of the time, I just scramble the yolks with some low carb milk and make an omelette.

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What is an egg fast

An egg fast is a method of kickstarting (or getting into a deeper state of) ketosis. The goal is to eat only eggs, fats, and cheese for the duration of the fast.

Ingredients with negligible calories that don’t spike blood sugar, like low carb sweeteners or baking powder, are okay in moderation. The stevia meringue cookies in this recipe are a good example.

For every egg you eat, you also eat 1 tablespoon of fat and up to 1 oz of cheese. The fast is usually 3-5 days.

If you follow my site, you know that I recently discovered that I have an intolerance to egg whites. This makes the egg fast unsuitable for me.

Enjoying keto meringue cookies while egg fasting

Below is what I ate for days 3 and 4 along with my morning weight while I egg fasted. To see what I ate the first two days, hop on over to my keto egg salad post.

As you can see, I enjoyed these low carb stevia meringue cookies with a high fat bulletproof coffee. But to make the snack egg fast friendly, I included an egg yolk in the beverage.

Day 3
Morning weight: 125.6 pounds
Breakfast: 3 eggs, Bulletproof Coffee
Morning Snack: 1 egg, 1 organic string cheese
Lunch: egg salad
Dinner: Egg Fast Breakfast Biscuit Sandwich, Bulletproof Coffee, 3 Meringue cookies

Day 4
Morning weight: 124.8 pounds
Breakfast: 1 hard boiled egg, egg salad
Morning Snack: 1 hard boiled egg, 1 organic string cheese
Lunch: egg salad, can of black cherry Zevia soda
Afternoon snack: Bulletproof Coffee with egg yolk, 3 Meringue Cookies
Dinner: Egg Fast Breakfast Biscuit Sandwich, Bulletproof Coffee, Microwave egg dessert (1 oz cream cheese, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 egg, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon)

To learn more, check out my post for all the details you need!

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Other low carb recipes to try

Looking for a few more keto snack ideas that can satisfy your craving without adding a ton of calories? Check out a few of these favorites:

  • Italian Hazelnut Cookies are pillowy-soft on the inside, crisp on the outside, and only require 5 ingredients to make!
  • Sugar Free Tootsie Rolls are a fun way to enjoy a low carb version of the chocolate chewy candy.
  • Keto Parmesan Crisps only take only a few minutes to prep, taste great, and are ridiculously easy to make!
  • Best Keto Low Carb Crackers are made with almond flour and taste just like the traditional version.
  • Almond Butter Balls are made with coconut and chocolate chips, and they don’t require any baking!

Follow us on FACEBOOK, PINTEREST, and INSTAGRAM for even more tasty keto-friendly recipes!

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Egg Fast Sugar Free Meringue Cookies

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Looking for a snack to enjoy while on an Egg Fast? These stevia sweetened sugar free meringue cookies have about zero carbs so they are safe on a keto diet.

Prep Time:10 minutes mins

Cook Time:2 hours hrs

Total Time:2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

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Servings: 48 cookies

Calories: 6

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Ingredients

  • 5 egg whites
  • ¼ teaspoon + ⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar about 1.27 grams
  • ¾ teaspoon SweetLeaf stevia drops

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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 215°F.

  • Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.

  • Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until they begin to form soft peaks.

  • Slowly add the stevia while continuing to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

  • Spoon drops of the beaten egg whites onto the prepared cookie sheets.

  • Bake for about two hours or until cookies begin to brown.

  • Leave cookies in warm oven to brown to desired color.

Notes

If on an egg fast, these cookies should be eaten with a yolk and fat for proper egg to fat ratio. I recommend enjoying with a Bulletproof coffee made with 1 tablespoon butter and 1 egg yolk!

Makes 16 servings at 3 cookies per serving

Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 6 | Carbohydrates: 0.1g | Protein: 1.1g

Additional Info

Net Carbs: 0.1g | % Carbs: 8.3% | % Protein: 91.7% | % Fat: 0% | SmartPoints: 0

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Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.

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First Published: April 24, 2015... Last Published: March 5, 2020

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FAQs

Can you substitute stevia for sugar in cookie recipes? ›

Stevia in cookies is a natural, non-nutritive substitute sweetener to replace sugar. It contains no calories, no carbohydrates, and has a zero glycemic index, yet the supplement sweetens food.

What happens if not enough sugar in meringue? ›

The meringue mixture splits on standing before baking.

Sugar stabilises a meringue mixture, so the lower the sugar content, the less stable the mixture will be.

Can I whip egg white without sugar? ›

Adding in sugar has many benefits. Sugar pulls the water from the structure and allows it to hold its shape better; egg whites beaten without sugar will not peak as firmly as those with. Beaten whites can also sit and hold their shape longer than foams without sugar.

What happens when you replace sugar with stevia? ›

Using stevia as a sugar substitute can reduce calories in foods and drinks, but it may also have some adverse effects. Possible side effects include nausea, bloating, low blood pressure, and hormone disruption.

How to stabilize meringue without sugar? ›

You can use a different powdered sugar substitute to avoid a gritty result (and see my sweeteners conversion chart for how much to substitute), but for best taste and cookie shape I only recommend this one. Cream Of Tartar – Acts as a stabilizer for the egg whites and helps them whip into meringue faster.

Do you need sugar in meringue? ›

NOTE: you cannot make a sugar-free meringue and you should not reduce the amount of sugar; sugar is what keeps the meringue stable.

What is a substitute for granulated sugar in meringue? ›

Use ultrafine Baker's Sugar for meringues and other baked goods – it dissolves faster than regular granulated sugar. Use ultrafine Baker's Sugar to help prevent “weeping” or sogginess.

What is the enemy of meringue? ›

Surprisingly, fat is the enemy of a good meringue. Think about it this way: Egg yolks are what you use when you want a dense, luscious dessert like mousse or chocolate pudding. Egg whites provide the lightest, airiest texture you can imagine.

What is the secret to making good meringue? ›

Don't overbeat egg whites. (Overbeaten egg whites will look hard, lumpy or dry). When whipping egg whites, always start your mixer on low medium-low to medium speed. Beat them until foamy and increase the speed to medium-high and then to high.

Can you replace sugar in a meringue? ›

In a bowl using an electric mixer, beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and vanilla extract on high speed until foamy. Add Splenda Sugar Blend 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until sweetener dissolves and stiff peaks form. Spoon heaping tablespoons of mixture onto baking sheets.

How do you stabilize egg whites without sugar? ›

While sugar helps stabilize those whipped egg whites as you beat more air into it, there's still a risk of collapse. Cream of tartar is an added safeguard; it gives more stability to that foam structure, therefore setting up your meringue for success.

Can you over beat meringue? ›

You can't overbeat meringue - It's true! You can't ruin it by mixing too much, so once all of the sugar is added, be sure that your meringue is glossy and that you have super firm, stiff peaks when you remove the beater from the mixer. Don't be afraid to mix a little longer if it appears too soft.

Can I use stevia for baking cookies? ›

In a medium mixing bowl sift together the flour, salt & baking powder. Place the egg, stevia & vanilla in a large mixing bowl & beat well with a wooden spoon or hand-held electric mixer. Slowly add the butter, continuing to beat until the mixture is smooth & creamy.

Can you substitute stevia for granulated sugar in baking? ›

For each cup of sugar that your cake recipe calls for, use only a mere 1 teaspoon of stevia as a substitute.

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