Meringue Bars

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Meringue Bars blend a crunchy cookie base with airy meringue topping, featuring chocolate chips and walnuts. Perfect for sweet tooth gatherings or casual treats.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 cups sifted flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon soda
  • 1 package chips
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 3 egg whites

Instructions

  1. Cream the sugar, brown sugar, and shortening together.
  2. Add the water and egg yolks to the creamed mixture.
  3. Mix in the sifted flour, baking powder, and soda until well combined.
  4. Press the dough into a flat, greased pan.
  5. Sprinkle the chips and chopped walnuts evenly over the dough.
  6. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  7. Gradually add the brown sugar to the egg whites and beat until glossy.
  8. Spread the meringue mixture lightly over the chips and nuts in the pan.
  9. Bake in a 350°F oven for 25 minutes until golden.
  10. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

1051 kcal 53% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 38.4g 77% DV
Total Fat 62.2g 80% DV
Carbs 91.8g 33% DV
Fiber 4.2g 15% DV
Sugar 36.6g 73% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 3202.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 707.5mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 581.3mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 143.8mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 9.6mg 11% DV
Vitamin D 2.8mcg 14% DV
Calcium 1634.5mg 100% DV
Iron 8.5mg 47% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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