Meringue Nests with Kahlua Cheese Cake
Delight your taste buds with these elegant Meringue Nests with Kahlua Cheesecake, a show-stopping dessert that's as indulgent as it is visually stunning. Airy, crispy meringue shells serve as the perfect vessel for a luscious no-bake cheesecake filling infused with the rich, coffee liqueur flavor of Kahlua. Topped with a dusting of cocoa powder and optional chocolate shavings, these individual desserts are ideal for dinner parties, holiday celebrations, or whenever you're craving a sweet treat with a sophisticated twist. With a crisp meringue exterior and a creamy, whipped filling, this recipe offers a harmonious balance of textures and flavors in every bite. Prepare them a day ahead to wow your guests with an easy yet elegant dessert! Keywords: meringue nests, Kahlua cheesecake, elegant desserts, holiday dessert recipe, no-bake cheesecake filling.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Egg whites
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Kahlua
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Cocoa powder (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Chocolate shavings (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a clean and dry bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat 4 large egg whites on medium speed until frothy.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar, then gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat.
Increase the speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form (this usually takes about 6-8 minutes).
Gently fold in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Be careful not to deflate the meringue.
Spoon or pipe the meringue onto the prepared parchment paper, creating 6 even circular nests with a slight well in the center of each for the cheesecake filling.
Bake the meringue nests in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours, then turn off the oven and let them cool completely inside the oven to prevent cracking (about 1 hour).
While the meringues are baking, prepare the Kahlua cheesecake filling. In a mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of cream cheese with 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add 2 tablespoons of Kahlua and mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whip 1/2 cup of heavy cream to stiff peaks. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
Once the meringue nests are cool, spoon or pipe the Kahlua cheesecake filling into the center wells of each nest.
Dust the tops with cocoa powder and sprinkle with chocolate shavings, if desired.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2373 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.3 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.0 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 349 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 973 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.1 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 280.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 672 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
