Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of airy meringue and rich chocolate with these enchanting Chocolate Meringue Easter Nests. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a melt-in-your-mouth sensation, making them perfect for celebrating Easter or any festive occasion. Easy to customize with your favorite toppings, these nests are not only a visual treat but also a sweet memory-maker for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for drizzling)
- Assorted candies (for topping, e.g., mini eggs)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy. Gradually add sugar while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form (about 5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in the cocoa powder, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Scoop dollops of the mixture onto prepared baking sheets, creating small nests with indentations.
- Bake for 1 hour until dry but soft inside. Turn off the oven and leave nests inside for another hour.
- Once cooled, melt chocolate chips and drizzle over each nest before adding your favorite candies on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nest (20g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 6mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For vibrant colors, add food coloring after reaching stiff peaks but before baking. Customize your nests with different types of chocolate or seasonal candies for a unique touch. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.