Description
These Delightful Chocolate Meringue Easter Nests are a light and airy dessert perfect for spring celebrations. Crisp on the outside and soft inside, they are flavored with cocoa powder and topped with melted dark chocolate and colorful mini eggs or candies, making an attractive and festive treat for Easter or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Meringue
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Topping
- 4 oz dark chocolate, melted
- Mini eggs or colorful candies for filling
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the meringue nests.
- Whip egg whites: In a clean, dry bowl, whip the 4 large egg whites until they become frothy. Gradually add the sugar while continuing to beat the mixture until stiff peaks form, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Fold in cocoa powder: Gently fold in 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder into the whipped egg whites, taking care not to deflate the airy mixture.
- Shape nests: Spoon the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming circular nests roughly 2 inches high with an indent in the center to hold the candies later.
- Bake: Bake the meringue nests in the preheated oven for 1 hour until they are dry on the outside but still soft inside. Once baked, allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet before handling.
- Decorate and fill: Drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the cooled nests, then fill the centers with mini eggs or colorful candies to complete these festive Easter treats.
Notes
- Ensure no yolk is in the egg whites for optimal beating.
- Use a clean bowl and beaters to achieve the best meringue texture.
- Do not open the oven door while baking to prevent meringues from collapsing.
- Allow nests to cool fully for easier handling and decorating.
- Store meringue nests in an airtight container to maintain crispiness.
