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Delightful Chocolate Meringue Easter Nests Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 meringue nests
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Western
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Delightful Chocolate Meringue Easter Nests are light, airy, and perfect for celebrating springtime. Made with whipped egg whites, sugar, and cocoa powder, these delicate nests are baked to crisp perfection and filled with mini eggs or colorful candies for a festive touch. Drizzled with dark chocolate, they make a beautiful and delicious Easter treat that’s sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

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Meringue

  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder

Toppings

  • 4 oz dark chocolate, melted
  • Mini eggs or colorful candies for filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Whip Egg Whites: In a clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until they become frothy. Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to beat the mixture until stiff, glossy peaks form, which usually takes 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Fold in Cocoa Powder: Carefully fold the cocoa powder into the whipped egg whites without deflating the mixture, ensuring an even chocolatey color.
  4. Shape the Nests: Spoon the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping them into circular nests about 2 inches high with a slight indent in the center to hold the filling later.
  5. Bake: Bake the meringue nests in the preheated oven for 1 hour until they are dry on the outside but still soft inside. Allow the nests to cool completely on the baking sheet before handling.
  6. Decorate and Fill: Drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the cooled nests and fill the centers with mini eggs or colorful candies to create festive Easter treats.

Notes

  • Ensure the bowl and beaters are completely clean and free from grease for the egg whites to whip properly.
  • Do not open the oven door while baking to prevent cracks in the meringue.
  • Store the meringue nests in an airtight container to keep them crisp.
  • You can substitute mini eggs with your favorite small candies or chocolate pieces.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a few drops of vanilla extract when whipping the egg whites.

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