Description
Chocolate Meringue Easter Nests are whimsical, delightful treats that combine rich chocolate flavor with light, airy meringue. These visually stunning nests are perfect for spring celebrations and can be customized with your favorite candies. Each bite evokes nostalgia and joy, making them a must-have for any festive occasion. Easy to make, these edible masterpieces bring a touch of sweetness to your dessert table and are fun for the whole family to create together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Colorful candies for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, whip egg whites on medium speed until foamy (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually add caster sugar while beating on high speed until glossy peaks form (5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in cocoa powder and vanilla extract without deflating the meringue.
- Pipe small circles onto the prepared baking sheet, creating spiral nests.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes until firm but slightly soft inside; turn off oven and cool completely inside.
- Press chocolate chips into each nest and top with colorful candies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 nests (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg