Finnish Meringue Cookies

Finnish Meringue Cookies

Cookies with Meringue Twirls

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 27m
Cook Time: 17m
Total Time: 44m
Temp.: 350 ̊F
Servings: 20
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (11 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

161
Calories
8.9g
Fat
18.9g
Carbohydrate
2g
Protein
38mg
Cholesterol
127mg
Sodium
Finnish Meringue Cookies

Recipe Description

What is the difference between Finnish Meringue Cookies and other meringue that we know and love? These cookies have a soft dough-like texture as a base then filled and wrapped between swirls of soft meringue that when baked in the oven are super sweet with a chunky and chewy bite.

One will definitely not be enough, so double up the recipe because these sweet treats are too good to miss!

To make Finnish Meringue Cookies, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Finnish Meringue Cookies

Recipe Features

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No specific cuisine for this recipe

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Preheat oven

    5 min

    Preheat oven to 350 ̊F.

  2. 2

    Combine butter and sugar

    2 min
    Step 2 - Finnish Meringue CookiesStep 2 - Finnish Meringue Cookies

    In a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer, beat the butter and 2 tablespoon sugar together until well combined.

  3. 3

    Combine dry ingredients

    1 min
    Step 3 - Finnish Meringue Cookies

    In a separate bowl, sift flour and baking soda together and combine.

  4. 4

    Combine all ingredients

    2 min
    Step 4 - Finnish Meringue CookiesStep 4 - Finnish Meringue Cookies

    Add dry ingredients to the combined butter and sugar with sour cream and egg yolks. Beat again, with the electric mixer until a cookie dough comes together.

  5. 5

    Prepare meringue

    7 min
    Step 5 - Finnish Meringue Cookies

    Using a hand mixer to whisk egg whites and sugar for about 6-7 minutes until stiff and high peaks form. (If using cold egg whites, you will need to whisk for about 10 minutes.)

  6. 6

    Prepare cookies

    5 min
    Step 6 - Finnish Meringue CookiesStep 6 - Finnish Meringue Cookies

    Roll out prepared dough onto a large piece of baking parchment into a 7x20-inch rectangle shape and evenly spread the prepared meringue over the top of the dough with the meringue.

  7. 7

    Cut cookies

    5 min
    Step 7 - Finnish Meringue CookiesStep 7 - Finnish Meringue Cookies

    Roll dough up from the bottom to the top into a long log. Slice log into ½-inch rounds and transfer to a lined baking sheet, arranged about 1-inch apart.

  8. 8

    Bake

    17 min
    Step 8 - Finnish Meringue Cookies

    Bake in preheated oven for 15-17 minutes until golden.

  9. 9

    Serve

    Step 9 - Finnish Meringue Cookies

    Remove from heat and cool completely on wire racks, dust with confectioners' sugar before serving. Enjoy!

These Finnish Meringue Cookies look so good that no one will believe how simple they are to make. The proof is in the pudding so try it for yourself and spread the word. Tag #cookmerecipes online when you make our recipes.

About the author

Nina Cole

Nina dreams of gender equality and for women all over the world to feel empowered and enjoy the same freedom she has. She’s a careful consumer, believing that by being more conscious about the way we live we can make the world a better place! Already a vegetarian, she uses animal products sparingly and tries to produce as little waste as possible. Most of her recipes are vegan as a result!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (11 reviews)
Wendy
December 9, 2024
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Deliciously sweet treats!

Emily Johnson
December 15, 2023
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Super easy and delicious!

Xander
October 31, 2023
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So, I tried these Finnish Meringue Cookies for a get-together last week and wow, they were a hit! Super easy to make and I love how chewy they turned out. Everyone kept asking for the recipe. Trust me, you gotta make a bunch, one won't cut it for sure.

Tina
October 13, 2023
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Incredible! I made these for my husband's birthday, and he couldn't get enough! The crunchy outside and chewy inside are just perfect. I love how simple the recipe is. We devoured the whole batch in one sitting! Definitely a new favorite!

Alyssa
October 2, 2023
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Super yummm! Made these cookies for my hubby's birthday, and they vanished! Everyone was askin' for more. Easy peasy to whip up too. Perfect for sweet tooths! 🥳

Ursula Thompson
March 10, 2023
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I tried the Finnish Meringue Cookies last weekend and they turned out fantastic! My kids helped me mix the dough and were so excited to taste them. They loved the chewy texture. I will definitely make these again for our family gatherings. Such a delightful treat to share!

Patricia Johnson
January 11, 2023
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I made these Finnish Meringue Cookies for my granddaughter's birthday and they were a hit! The soft texture and sweetness are just divine. I could hardly keep my hands off them! Definitely my new favorite recipe.

Gemma Harrison
January 11, 2022
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I made these Finnish Meringue Cookies for my kids' bake sale and they loved them! The texture is fab, a chewy meringue with a nice sweetness. Definately making again for our family movie night. So simple and delicious.

Rachel Thompson
January 22, 2021
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Simply delightful cookies

Laura Johnson
April 15, 2020
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Delicious!

Athina
December 20, 2019
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I love it! Thanks for sharing recipe!

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