Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Meringues, a treat that beautifully balances crispy exteriors with soft, airy centers. These elegant desserts are not only visually appealing with their charming pink hue but also satisfy your sweet cravings with a rich chocolate coating. Perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to afternoon teas, these meringues are an easy yet impressive addition to your dessert repertoire. With just 70 calories each, you can enjoy these light confections without guilt.

Ingredients

Scale

3 large egg whites
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp strawberry extract
1/2 cup dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
Optional: Pink gel food coloring and crushed freeze-dried strawberries for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until frothy.
Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while beating on high speed until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold in the salt, strawberry extract, and optional pink gel coloring.
Pipe small rounds of meringue onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 1.5 hours; turn off the oven and leave meringues inside to cool completely.
Once cooled, dip the bottoms in melted chocolate and place back on parchment paper to set.
Optionally, sprinkle with crushed freeze-dried strawberries before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 90 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 meringue (10g)
Calories: 70
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 20mg
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Ensure all equipment is dry for maximum volume when whipping egg whites. Let meringues cool in the oven to prevent cracking due to temperature shock. Explore different flavor extracts like vanilla or almond for variety.