Chocolate-Cinnamon Meringues

• cup sugar↗1
• cup cocoa powder↗1⁄3
• egg whites↗4
• teaspoon ground cinnamon↗1⁄2
• teaspoon cream of tartar↗1⁄4

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Sift together sugar and cocoa powder.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, cinnamon, and cream of tartar with an electric mixer on medium speed until it forms soft peaks.

3. 3

   Beat in the sugar mixture one tablespoon at a time.

4. 4

   Beat the entire mixture on high until it's glossy and stiff.

5. 5

   Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

6. 6

   Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls of batter onto the sheets, leaving 1-inch between.

7. 7

   Bake at 250 degrees F for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the tops feel dry to the touch.

8. 8

   Cool 5 minutes, then remove from parchment paper.