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Beat egg whites with hand mixer or stand mixer until they form soft peaks.
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Add in Cream of Tartar.
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Begin adding sugar a little at a time until all has been added
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If adding flavor and color, add now
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Beat until stiff peaks are formed - the entire process takes about 10 minutes.
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Turn off the mixer and gently spoon into a piping bag using a star tip.
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I used my lovely Oodle Tip Piping bag.
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Using parchment paper on baking sheets, pipe stars (or dollops) onto the sheets.
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Sprinkles go over top if using.
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Place in a pre-heated oven set to 200F or 93C.
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Bake for about 2 hours or until the cookies are set then allow to dry completely before storing in an air tight container.