Description
If you’re looking for a heavenly dessert that marries the lightness of meringue with the rich flavors of chocolate and pecans, then the Forgotten Chocolate Pecan Meringues are your go-to recipe. Perfect for any gathering or a sweet personal indulgence, these meringue cookies offer a delightful crunch, packed with bits of chocolate and pecans, leaving a lasting impression on any palate. What’s more, they require minimal active preparation and transform overnight into a deliciously crisp snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 egg whites at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- ⅔ cup superfine sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- Crushed candy canes for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheets: Line 2 baking sheets with foil or parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Beat Egg Whites: Using a handheld electric mixer or a stand mixer, beat the egg whites until they become foamy. Integrate the cream of tartar and continue to beat until the mixture becomes fluffy.
- Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add the sugar in four separate batches, mixing well after each addition. Pour in the vanilla extract halfway through the sugar additions. Continue to beat the mixture until you see glossy, stiff peaks forming.
- Fold In Extras: Gently fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and chopped pecans into the meringue mixture, making sure not to deflate it.
- Drop Meringues on Baking Sheets: Using two teaspoons, scoop and drop the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Add Garnishes: Sprinkle with crushed candy canes, if you’ve chosen to use them.
- Oven Off and Leave to Set: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven, then immediately turn the oven off. This method allows the meringues to bake gently with the residual heat. Leave the cookies in the oven overnight, undisturbed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: Overnight (approximately 8 hours)