Diabetic Cotton Candy Cookies

These cookies are basically edible air. Whipped egg whites, a touch of sugar replacement, and a burst of orange oil and zest bake into wispy, cloud-light meringues that dissolve the second they hit your tongue.

The name says it all: they have that same ethereal, melt-away quality as cotton candy, but with a bright citrus twist. If you’re managing your blood sugar, these are the kind of treat that lets you indulge without a second thought.

Four ingredients, 30 minutes, and you’ve got a batch of cookies that look fancy enough for a party. Remove them from the pan right away so they don’t stick.

Pro Tips

• Make sure your egg whites are at room temperature and your bowl is spotlessly clean for the best volume
• Drop them quickly onto the sheet once mixed; meringue deflates the longer it sits
• If you can’t find orange oil, increase the orange zest and add a drop of orange extract as a substitute