Thyme-Meringue Cookies With Boozy Apple Recipe

Name: Thyme-Meringue Cookies With Boozy Apple
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 firm apple, like Golden Delicious, peeled and cored, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 1/2 tablespoons bourbon (like Makers Mark); 1 tablespoon organic dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon apple-cider vinegar; ⅓ cup chopped walnuts; 3/4 cup powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; 2 large egg whites, at room temperature; ⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar; Pinch of sea salt; 1 tablespoon cane sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1/2 firm apple, like Golden Delicious, peeled and cored, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
2 1/2 tablespoons bourbon (like Makers Mark)
1 tablespoon organic dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon apple-cider vinegar
⅓ cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 large egg whites, at room temperature
⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar
Pinch of sea salt
1 tablespoon cane sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Preheat the oven to 275 degrees.
2
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
3
In a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan, add the apple, bourbon, dark brown sugar and vinegar.
4
Cook over medium-high heat until the mixture boils and liquid reduces, about 3 minutes.
5
Reduce the temperature to low and cover.
6
Stir the apple mixture every few minutes, until the apples have darkened and caramelized, 8 to 10 minutes.
7
Remove from the heat and let cool.
8
In a food processor, pulse the walnuts and powdered sugar until the walnuts are finely ground, about a minute.
9
Add the thyme and pulse for 10 seconds.
10
In a standing mixer or using a hand-held mixer, beat the egg whites, cream of tartar and salt until white and almost stiff, then slowly add the cane sugar and then the vanilla.
11
Increase the speed until the sugar is dissolved and the egg whites are thick and glossy.
12
Remove the beaters and gently fold in the walnut mixture in 3 additions.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 firm apple, like Golden Delicious, peeled and cored, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces, 2 1/2 tablespoons bourbon (like Makers Mark), 1 tablespoon organic dark brown sugar, 1 tablespoon apple-cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Thyme-Meringue Cookies With Boozy Apple falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Thyme-Meringue Cookies With Boozy Apple

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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