French Chocolate Meringues

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Mouth-watering French Chocolate Meringues recipe for chocolate lovers

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

165

Sugar

22g

Fat

French Chocolate Meringues are a classic French dessert that are popular around the world. These delectable treats are made with only a few simple ingredients, including semisweet chocolate morsels, egg whites, sugar, saltine crackers, and vanilla extract. Despite their simple ingredients, these meringues require some skill to make, as they can be tricky to get just right. The finished product is well worth the effort, however, as the meringues have a beautiful crispy exterior and a soft, chewy center that is simply irresistible. These meringues are perfect for a special occasion or as a luxurious treat, and are sure to impress even the most discerning chocolate lover.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
2.	In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate morsels and stir until smooth.
3.	In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and vanilla on high speed until stiff peaks form.
4.	Gradually add the sugar and continue beating on high speed until the mixture is glossy and forms stiff peaks.
5.	Fold in the melted chocolate and saltine crackers, taking care not to deflate the batter.
6.	Pipe the meringue mixture into small circles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7.	Bake for 25-30 minutes or until crisp on the outside with a soft, chewy center.

PROS

These French Chocolate Meringues are a sweet, indulgent treat that are perfect for chocolate lovers.

They have a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy center that is sure to please.

CONS

Meringues can be challenging to make and require some skill in order to get them right.

These meringues are also high in sugar and calories, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While French Chocolate Meringues are not particularly healthy, they do contain antioxidants from the dark chocolate which can have health benefits.
Egg whites are also a good source of protein and are low in calories.

	1 cup semisweet chocolate morsel
	3 egg whites
	1/2 teaspoon vanilla
	1 cup sugar
	1 cup saltine crackers , finely crushed