STRAWBERRY CHOCOLATE MERINGUE

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This special-occasion dessert is impressive and elegant. Strawberries are my family's favorite fruit, and they go great with chocolate. -Mary Lou Smarsh, Laurel, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped almonds, toasted
FILLING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
2 tablespoons whole milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 cups whole fresh strawberries
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 teaspoons shortening

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Trace a 9-in. circle on paper. , Beat the egg whites, cream of tartar and vanilla on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold in almonds., Spoon meringue evenly over circle, forming a 1-1/4-in. rim. Bake at 300° for 45 minutes. Turn oven off; leave meringue in oven for 1 hour., Remove from the oven and cool on baking sheets. When cooled completely, remove meringues from paper and store in an airtight container at room temperature., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the cocoa, milk and vanilla. Fold in whipped cream. Spoon into the meringue shell. Top with strawberries., In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over berries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Motilal Yadav
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves meringues.


Lidu Dan
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These meringues were a bit more work than I expected, but they were totally worth it.


Nathen Berkuta
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. These meringues are now one of my favorite desserts.


Sohaib Khan
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making these meringues again.


MAHER AHMED
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I love the way the chocolate and strawberries complement each other in this recipe.


Sachelle Ingram
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These meringues are so light and airy, they practically melt in your mouth.


Jaden Strode
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I've never made meringues before, but this recipe made it easy. They turned out perfectly and tasted amazing.


imtiaz Tiktokar
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I made these meringues for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Momma Byrd
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These meringues were delicious! The perfect combination of sweet and tart.


Niraj Nepali
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I'm not a big fan of meringues, but these were actually pretty good. The chocolate and strawberries really complemented each other.


Umar “Zaryab sahi” Sahi
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The recipe was easy to follow and the meringues turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Ibrahim Kabia
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These meringues were a bit too crispy for my taste, but they were still enjoyable.


Alai Aji 22
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I had some trouble getting the meringues to hold their shape, but they still tasted great.


Olvi Rego
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These meringues were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still delicious.


Fh Fardin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meringues turned out perfectly. I was so impressed with how easy they were to make.


Kingpinkingpin
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These meringues were so easy to make and they turned out so beautiful! I'm definitely making them again.


Gandhi Peace Foundation Nepal
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love the combination of sweet and tart.


Babu Cdr
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This recipe was a delight to make! The meringues turned out perfectly crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. The combination of strawberries and chocolate was divine.