Guilt Free Chocolate Meringue Kisses
Indulge in a sweet treat without the guilt with these delightful Guilt-Free Chocolate Meringue Kisses. Made with just five simple ingredients—egg whites, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla, and a pinch of salt—these airy, melt-in-your-mouth confections are the perfect low-calorie dessert or snack. With their irresistibly crisp texture and delicate chocolate flavor, these meringue cookies are naturally gluten-free and light enough to satisfy your sweet tooth without weighing you down. Plus, they’re easy to make in advance and store, making them a go-to for entertaining or an everyday indulgence. Ready in just over 1.5 hours (most of which is hands-off baking time), these heavenly chocolate meringue kisses prove that dessert can be delicious, elegant, and guilt-free—all at once!
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Ingredients
- 3 large Egg whites
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a clean, dry mixing bowl, add the egg whites and salt. Using an electric mixer, start beating on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Step 3
Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the egg whites. Increase the mixer speed to high and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4
Sift the unsweetened cocoa powder over the meringue mixture. Add the vanilla extract and fold gently with a spatula until fully incorporated. Be careful not to deflate the meringue mixture.
Step 5
Transfer the meringue mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip. Pipe small dollops (about 1 inch wide) onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each kiss.
Step 6
Bake the meringues in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, rotating the trays halfway through. The meringues should be dry and crisp when done.
Step 7
Turn off the oven and let the meringues cool inside with the door slightly ajar for about 1 hour. This prevents cracking.
Step 8
Once fully cooled, store the chocolate meringue kisses in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (207.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 451.4 |
| Total Fat 0.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 459.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 105.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 101.1g | |
| Protein 11.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 13.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 247.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories