Coffee Meringues Recipe
Description:
Elevate your after-dinner indulgence with these Coffee Meringues, delicately flavored with coffee and dipped in luxurious chocolate. Not only are they a delightful treat, but they’re also low in carbs and fat, making them suitable for those conscious of their dietary intake, including diabetics. With just 12-16 grams of carbohydrates per serving and minimal fat content, these meringues offer a guilt-free pleasure. Additionally, they are low in sodium, ensuring a healthier snacking option.
Key Information:
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 42 meringues
- Rating: 5 stars
- Calories: 24 per serving
- Fat Content: 0.8 grams
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.5 grams
- Cholesterol Content: 0 milligrams
- Sodium Content: 3 milligrams
- Carbohydrate Content: 4.3 grams
- Fiber Content: 0.2 grams
- Sugar Content: 4 grams
- Protein Content: 0.3 grams
- Keywords: Dessert, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Mixer, Less than 60 Minutes, Oven, Small Appliance
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1/3 cup instant coffee granules
- 1 tablespoon warm water
- 1 egg white
- 4 ounces chocolate (for dipping)
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C).
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Prepare 2 or 3 cookie sheets by greasing them or lining them with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, beat the egg white and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form.
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Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form and the sugar is completely dissolved.
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Fold in the confectioners’ sugar gently until fully incorporated into the meringue mixture.
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In a small bowl, dissolve the coffee granules in warm water, then fold this mixture into the meringue until well combined.
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Transfer the meringue mixture into a piping bag fitted with a 1 1/2 inch nozzle.
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Pipe mounds of meringue onto the prepared cookie sheets, making each about 1/2 inch high and 1 inch in diameter, leaving about 2 inches of space between each mound.
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Bake the meringues on the lowest rack in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until they are dry to the touch.
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Turn off the oven and leave the meringues in the oven with the door closed until they are completely cool.
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Meanwhile, melt the chocolate in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate.
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Once melted, remove the chocolate from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
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Dip the bottoms of each meringue into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip back into the saucepan, or alternatively, dip just one side of each meringue.
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Place the chocolate-coated meringues onto foil or waxed paper-lined cookie sheets.
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Allow the meringues to stand in a cool place until the chocolate is set. Do not refrigerate.
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Once set, store the Coffee Meringues in airtight containers to maintain their freshness.
Enjoy these elegant, coffee-infused delights as a perfect ending to any meal or as a delightful snack any time of the day. Each bite offers a blissful combination of light, airy meringue and rich, indulgent chocolate, creating a treat that is sure to impress your taste buds! 🍫✨
