Forgotten Meringue Cookies Recipe

Forgotten cookies are a fun recipe to make with your Scouts. This activity works well with a Winter Wonderland theme or for a simple holiday treat. It gives Scouts a chance to help in the kitchen and learn how to follow steps. These cookies are also easy to make and don’t require special tools.

Making these cookies helps youth practice patience. Once the cookies go into the oven, you turn the oven off and leave them overnight. No peeking! Scouts have to wait until the next morning to see how they turned out. This builds self-control and teaches that some things take time.

This recipe also gives youth a chance to work with others. You can assign small groups or buddy pairs to help each other with measuring, mixing, and cleaning up. This encourages teamwork and helps Scouts support each other. It’s a simple way to build cooperation.

Forgotten cookies are a great example of hands-on learning. Scouts can see how the egg whites change as they mix. They learn how ingredients come together to make something new. This is a good STEM tie-in and shows how science works in real life.

This recipe connects well with the aims of Scouting. Scouts learn by doing. When they help make forgotten cookies, they follow directions, work together, and see the results of their actions. This teaches responsibility and builds confidence.

Scouting also helps youth build character. These cookies take time. You can’t rush them. Turning off the oven and waiting overnight teaches patience. It also shows that not everything happens right away. That’s an important lesson for Scouts to learn.

Cooking is also a great way to practice leadership. One Scout can lead the group by reading the recipe and guiding others. This gives youth a chance to take charge in a simple and fun way. It builds trust and helps them learn how to guide others kindly.

Scouts also learn service. You can make a batch of forgotten cookies to share with others. Bring them to a pack meeting, a holiday event, or even give them to a neighbor. This small act of kindness fits the Scout Law. A Scout is helpful and kind.

Equipment / Materials

• Mixing bowl
• Electric mixer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Rubber spatula or spoon
• Two baking sheets
• Parchment paper or aluminum foil
• Oven

Ingredients

• 2 egg whites (save or discard yolks)
• Pinch of salt
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped nuts (or use raisins or dried cranberries instead)

Setup Instructions

1. Wash hands and clean the work area.
2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
3. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or foil.
4. Make sure the oven is fully heated before starting the recipe.

Recipe Instructions

1. In the mixing bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until frothy.
2. Slowly add the sugar while continuing to beat.
3. Beat until the mixture is glossy and soft peaks form.
4. Gently fold in the vanilla, chocolate chips, and nuts (or dried fruit).
5. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the lined baking sheets.
6. Place the sheets in the preheated oven.
7. Turn the oven off right away.
8. Do not open the oven door. Leave the cookies in the oven for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Notes

• Do not peek while the cookies are in the oven.
• This recipe works best in dry weather.
• Make sure there is adult supervision when using the oven.
• Try other mix-ins like crushed peppermint or mini marshmallows for variety.
• These cookies are fragile. Store carefully in a container with a lid.

Click here for a printable copy of the Forgotten Cookies Recipe Directions

Winter Wonderland Theme

The Winter Wonderland Cub Scout Theme is a fun and easy way to bring some cheer to your cold-weather meetings. It includes games, crafts, songs, snacks, and even service projects. Everything is simple and designed for Cub Scouts to enjoy while learning and working together. You don’t need real snow—just use your imagination and a few basic supplies. The theme helps Scouts stay active and have fun indoors or outdoors.

Forgotten Cookies fit right into this theme. These white, crispy treats look like little snowballs and are fun to make. Scouts can help mix the ingredients, drop the cookies on a tray, and then forget them in the oven overnight. It’s a great way to teach patience and responsibility. The cookies are a perfect match for winter fun, especially when paired with hot cocoa or other simple snacks. You can find the full Winter Wonderland plan on the Winter Wonderland Cub Scout Theme page.

Dad’s Favorite Star Cookies Recipe

These cookies are simple to make and don’t take many ingredients. The dough is just butter, sugar, and flour. You mix the butter and sugar first until it’s fluffy, then stir in the flour. The dough will be stiff, so don’t worry if it seems dry. Just press it together with your hands if needed. Chill the dough for an hour so it’s easier to roll out. Then use a star-shaped cookie cutter to make the shapes. This is a good step for kids to help with.

Sprinkle the tops with sugar before baking. The sugar gives a little crunch. Bake the cookies at a low temperature so they don’t get too brown. Watch them closely near the end of the baking time. Let them cool on a wire rack so they stay crisp. These cookies are a fun treat for any occasion. You can even change the shape for different holidays. Keep the dough cold between batches for best results.

Candy Cane Cookies Recipe

Candy Cane Cookies are a fun holiday baking activity that Scouts enjoy. The red and white dough is twisted into the shape of a candy cane, which makes it more exciting than regular cookies. Scouts can help mix the dough, roll out the strips, and form the candy cane shapes. The cookies taste like sugar cookies and have just a hint of peppermint. Crushed candy on top adds a festive touch but is optional.

These cookies are great to make at a den meeting or at home with family. They pair well with other simple holiday treats like Forgotten Cookies. Baking together is a great way to build skills and have fun during the holidays. It also gives Scouts a chance to share something they made.

Cubs in the Kitchen

If your Scouts enjoyed making forgotten cookies, try more simple cooking ideas. Visit Cubs in the Kitchen for easy recipes that are just right for Cub Scouts. These recipes work well at meetings, campouts, or at home with family.

You’ll find snacks, treats, and fun food projects. Most of them use basic ingredients and steps. They are great for learning kitchen safety, teamwork, and following directions. Check out Cubs in the Kitchen to keep the fun going!

What Scouts Learn Beyond the Meal

What are forgotten cookies?

Forgotten cookies are light, crispy cookies made with egg whites, sugar, chocolate chips, and nuts. You bake them by heating the oven, turning it off, and leaving the cookies inside overnight.

Why are they called forgotten cookies?

They are called forgotten cookies because you put them in the oven, turn it off, and leave them there. You forget about them until the next morning.

Do I really have to leave the oven closed the whole time?

Yes. For the forgotten cookies recipe to work, you must not open the oven. Keep it closed all night. If you open it early, the cookies may not turn out right.

Can I make forgotten cookies without nuts?

Yes. You can leave out the nuts or use raisins, dried cranberries, or mini marshmallows instead.

Do I need any special tools?

No. The forgotten cookies recipe only needs a mixer, bowl, spoon, and baking sheets. Simple tools work best.

The forgotten cookies recipe is a fun way to bake with Scouts. It’s easy to do and doesn’t need a lot of ingredients or fancy tools. Scouts can mix everything, drop spoonfuls on a baking sheet, and then leave them in the oven overnight. No checking, no opening the door—just let them sit.

This recipe teaches patience. Scouts have to wait until the next morning to enjoy the cookies. It also helps them follow directions and work as a team. You can make it a group project at a meeting or at home with family.

Forgotten cookies are a good fit for cold-weather activities. They look like snowballs and go well with a Winter Wonderland theme. They also make a nice treat to share at a holiday pack meeting or service project.

The recipe can be changed to fit your group. Skip the nuts, add dried fruit, or try new mix-ins. This makes it easy to adjust for allergies or tastes.