Fun Shapes & DesignsNo. 3355 · The 2026 edition
Scary-Simple Meringue Bones
These spooky meringue bones are crisp, light, and perfect for Halloween—easy to pipe and bake low and slow.
Our own summary of the original by The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen — the full post and photos live at goodhousekeeping.com.
Create eerie yet delicious meringue bones using just egg whites, sugar, and vanilla. Pipe them onto parchment using a simple stencil, then let them dry in a turned-off oven for an hour. They keep for weeks, making them a great make-ahead Halloween treat.
Ingredients
Directions
- Position oven racks in the top and bottom thirds. Preheat oven to 225°F. Create a 6-inch bone template on paper, then trace it onto two large sheets of parchment paper, leaving 1 inch of space around each bone. Flip the parchment over and line two large baking sheets with it, stencil side down.
- In a medium bowl, beat egg whites and a pinch of salt with an electric mixer on medium speed until foamy. Add cream of tartar and beat on medium-high until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Transfer the meringue to a large disposable piping bag and snip off the tip. Pipe bone shapes onto the parchment, using the stencils as a guide.
- Turn off the oven. Place the baking sheets inside and let the meringues sit for 1 hour with the door closed. Remove from oven and cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
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