Step 1

Preheat the oven to 225 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 3

Add the egg whites to the bowl of a mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Whip on medium-high until the eggs are frothy, about 30 seconds. Sprinkle in the cream of tartar. Increase the speed to high and whip until soft peaks form, about 1 minute.

Step 5

With the mixer on medium-high, add the sugar about 1 tablespoon at a time. Turn the mixer to high and whip until stiff peaks form, 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 7

Fold in the vanilla and spices. Scoop the meringue onto the baking sheet using about 2 generous tablespoons for each cookie. Leave about 1 inch between cookies.

Step 9

Bake for 45 minutes. Turn off the oven and leave the cookies in the oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Step 11

Remove from the oven, sprinkle with extra ground spices and serve.