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Chocolate Meringue Stars Recipe

Indulge in these light, chewy, and irresistible Chocolate Meringue Stars! Easy to make and visually stunning, these festive cookies are perfect for Christmas or any special occasion. Their delicate chocolate coating and airy meringue centers will have you reaching for another...and another! Get ready for a delightful treat that's both elegant and simple to bake.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 123.4 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.7 (10 Reviews)
Chocolate Meringue Stars

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Ingredients for Chocolate Meringue Stars

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How to Make Chocolate Meringue Stars

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line baking sheets with foil and lightly grease with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a clean, grease-free mixing bowl, beat 4 large egg whites with 1 teaspoon vanilla extract using an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating continuously until stiff, glossy peaks form. (Be sure to beat thoroughly after each addition of sugar).
  4. Gently fold in 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder until just combined. Be careful not to deflate the meringue.
  5. Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip (or use a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off).
  6. Pipe 1 1/4-inch diameter stars onto the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the meringues are lightly browned and crisp around the edges.
  8. Carefully remove the cookies from the baking sheets and let them cool completely on wire racks.
  9. While the meringues cool, prepare the chocolate glaze: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon shortening. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
  10. Dip the bottom half of each cooled meringue cookie into the chocolate glaze.
  11. Place the dipped cookies on waxed paper to allow the chocolate to harden completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

24g

Carbs

2g

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