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Easter Meringue Nests

Easter Chocolate Swirl Meringue Nests

5 from 2 votes
Delicate, light, and beautifully festive, these Easter Chocolate Swirl Meringue Nests are a show-stopping treat perfect for spring celebrations.
Servings 9 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes

Ingredients
  

For the chocolate swirl

  • 3 oz (90g) semisweet chocolate

For the meringue nests

  • 4 large egg whites (about 130-150g)
  • 1 cup (200g) caster sugar
  • 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp (5g) vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp (2g) salt

Filling

  • 2/3 cup (200g) whipping cream
  • 1 tbsp (10g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract

To decorate

  • mini chocolate eggs

Instructions
 

  • Melt chocolate over a bain-marie. Set aside.

Prepare the meringue.

  • Preheat oven to 200°F (100°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whip egg whites with salt until foamy.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step1
  • Gradually add sugar and whip until firm peaks form.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step2
  • Add vanilla extract and mix to combine.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step3
  • Add vinegar and mix to combine.
  • Secure the parchment paper with a bit of meringue on the corners of the baking sheet.
  • To create the nests, place a spoonful of meringue and press slightly, creating a dip in the center.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step5
  • Add a teaspoon of melted chocolate.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step6
  • Swirl with a toothpick.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step7
  • Add another large spoonful of meringue on top.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step8
  • Add melted chocolate and swirl again with a toothpick.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step10
  • Use a toothpick to create a deeper well in the center for the filling.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step11
  • Repeat this process with the other meringue nests.
  • Bake for 90 minutes. Turn off the oven and leave the meringue nests inside until the oven is completely cooled, for about 2-3 hours more.
  • Remove the meringue nests from the baking sheet.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step13

Prepare the filling.

  • Whip the cream until firm, add powdered sugar and vanilla and mix until well incorporated.
  • Fill the meringue nests.
    Easter Meringue Nests - step14
  • Decorate with mini chocolate eggs. Enjoy!
    Easter Meringue Nests - step15

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 9Calories: 151kcalCarbohydrates: 20.4gProtein: 5.5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3.6gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 177mgPotassium: 126mgFiber: 0.7gSugar: 19.1gCalcium: 12mg
Calories: 151kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easter, Easter nests, meringue, pavlova