Mint Chocolate Meringues
Light, crisp, and irresistibly sweet, these Mint Chocolate Meringues are a perfect combination of refreshing peppermint and rich chocolate. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients—like fluffy egg whites, mini chocolate chips, and a hint of green food coloring for a festive touch—these delightful confections are as elegant as they are easy to make. The meringues are baked low and slow to achieve their signature melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the cooling process ensures they stay crack-free and picture-perfect. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a dazzling after-dinner treat, these minty chocolate meringues will impress guests while being naturally gluten-free! Ready in under two hours, they’re a whimsical addition to your dessert repertoire that’s worth savoring.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Egg whites
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
- 2 drops Green food coloring (optional)
- 100 grams Mini chocolate chips
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large, clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and a pinch of salt using an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the egg whites. Increase the speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form and the sugar is fully dissolved. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Add the peppermint extract and green food coloring (if using), and gently mix until evenly combined.
Using a spatula, carefully fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Transfer the meringue mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip, or simply use a spoon to dollop mounds of the meringue onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, or until the meringues are firm to the touch and can be easily lifted off the parchment paper.
Turn off the oven, leave the oven door slightly ajar, and allow the meringues to cool completely in the oven. This prevents cracking.
Once cooled, store the mint chocolate meringues in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1310 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.7 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 359 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.1 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 257.6 g | ||
| Protein | 20.8 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 215 mg | 5% | |
*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.
