Description
This chocolate meringue recipe creates a light and airy dessert with a crisp shell and a rich, chewy chocolate center. Made with dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and whipped cream, these elegant meringues are perfect for any special occasion or indulgent treat.
Ingredients
- 6 large egg whites
- 400g caster sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp cream of tartar
- 100g dark chocolate (melted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 300ml double cream
- 120g mini eggs (optional, for decoration or mix-in)
- 2 tbsp dark chocolate curls or sprinkles
- 1 tbsp icing sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
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Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat oven to 120°C (250°F).
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Whisk the Egg Whites
- In a clean, dry bowl, whisk egg whites on medium speed until frothy.
- Add cream of tartar and continue whisking until soft peaks form.
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Add Sugar Gradually
- Slowly add caster sugar, one spoonful at a time, whisking continuously until the mixture becomes thick and glossy.
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Incorporate Chocolate & Cocoa
- Gently fold in cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and melted dark chocolate, creating a marbled effect.
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Shape the Meringues
- Spoon or pipe meringue onto the prepared baking tray in medium-sized dollops.
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Bake Low & Slow
- Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until crisp on the outside but slightly chewy inside.
- Turn off the oven and let meringues cool inside with the door slightly open.
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Whip the Cream
- While meringues cool, whip the double cream until soft peaks form.
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Assemble & Serve
- Serve meringues with whipped cream, chocolate curls, and a dusting of icing sugar.
- Optionally, garnish with crushed mini eggs for extra crunch.
Notes
- Nutty Crunch: Add crushed hazelnuts or almonds for texture.
- Extra Chocolatey: Drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.
- Fruity Twist: Serve with fresh berries or passion fruit for contrast.
- Mocha Flavor: Add 1 tsp instant coffee powder to the mixture.
- Mini Meringues: Pipe smaller meringues for bite-sized treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 to 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
