Chocolate Mint Meringues - A Delightful Treat
Chocolate Mint Meringues are a light and airy dessert with a rich chocolate drizzle and refreshing mint flavor. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any sweet craving.
Servings: 24 pieces
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on high speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form and the mixture is glossy.
- Gently fold in peppermint extract and a few drops of green food coloring, if using.
- Transfer the meringue mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe small swirls onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 90 minutes or until dry and crisp. Turn off the oven and let meringues cool inside with the door slightly open.
- Melt the chocolate chips with vegetable oil, then drizzle over the cooled meringues.
- Allow chocolate to set before serving. Store in an airtight container.