CHERRY KISSES

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Cookies that melt in your mouth and are practically fat-free-is it any wonder these crispy meringue morsels disappear as fast as I can whip them up? Friends and family love them. -Jo Ann Blomquest, Freeport, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 large egg whites
1-1/4 cups sugar
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup chopped pitted dates
1/3 cup chopped candied cherries

Steps:

Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and the sugar is dissolved. Fold in the walnuts, dates and cherries., Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 300° for 20-30 minutes or until firm to the touch. Cool for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.