Irresistible Chocolate Meringue Easter Nests
Delight in the fluffy crunch of Chocolate Meringue Easter Nests, a festive treat perfect for spring gatherings. With a rich chocolate flavor and a whimsical appearance, these nests are easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re reminiscing about family traditions or creating new memories, these treats will surely impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- Mini eggs or candy-coated chocolates (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form (about 3 minutes).
- Gradually add caster sugar while mixing on high until thick and glossy (5-7 minutes).
- Gently fold in cocoa powder without deflating the mixture.
- Scoop meringue onto the baking sheet, making an indent in each mound for nest shapes.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes until dry and crisp.
- Once cooled, melt dark chocolate chips and drizzle over nests; top with mini eggs or candies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nest (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use room temperature egg whites for the best results. Customize your nests by using milk or white chocolate instead of dark chocolate. Add flavor extracts like vanilla for a unique twist.