Description
Delightful Easter Meringue Nests with a crisp exterior, marshmallow-like interior, filled with creamy cheese mixture, and topped with chocolate and mini eggs. Perfect for spring celebrations!
Ingredients
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- 1/3 tsp cream of tartar
- 3 egg whites
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla paste
- 4 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 ounces sweet or semi-sweet chocolate, grated
- 30 mini Cadbury eggs
Instructions
- Prepare the oven: Preheat the oven temperature to 175°F (80°C). This low temperature is crucial for slowly drying out the meringue without browning it.
- Make the meringue: In a clean mixing bowl, combine cream of tartar and egg whites. Using an electric mixer with a whisk attachment, whip until light foam appears. Gradually add sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating at high speed until you achieve stiff peaks and a glossy meringue.
- Shape the nests: Transfer meringue to a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe onto a silicone mat or parchment-lined baking sheet, forming a base and sides to create nest shapes.
- Bake the meringues: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 1.5-2 hours. Do not open the oven door for the first hour. After an hour, check for doneness by gently pressing the meringue. If soft or bouncy, continue baking for 30-60 minutes more.
- Prepare the filling: While meringues are cooling, mix cream cheese, whipping cream, vanilla paste, and powdered sugar in a large bowl until fluffy and thick.
- Assemble the nests: Pipe the cream cheese mixture into the center of each meringue nest using a piping bag with a star tip.
- Decorate: Sprinkle grated chocolate over the filled nests and place a few mini chocolate eggs in the center of each.
Notes
- If you don’t have a pastry bag, use a large zip-top plastic bag with a corner snipped off and insert the star tip.
- Ensure all utensils are clean and free from grease for the best meringue results.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
