Delectable Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Meringues
Experience the magic of the holiday season with these light and airy Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Meringues. Each delightful bite features a crisp exterior, a soft interior, and a rich chocolate coating enhanced by refreshing peppermint. Perfect for festive gatherings or as thoughtful gifts, they are sure to impress family and friends. Follow this simple recipe to create these enchanting treats that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
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- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- Crushed candy canes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add sugar, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form (about 5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in peppermint extract and sifted cocoa powder without deflating the meringue.
- Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star tip, piping small dollops onto the baking sheets.
- Bake for 1 to 1.5 hours until dry and crisp; let cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and dip each meringue halfway into the chocolate. Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top before the chocolate sets.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meringue
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg