Dark Chocolate Meringue Pie
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Let me share one of my favorite desserts with you, a dark chocolate meringue pie that's become a real crowd pleaser at our table. What I love most about this recipe is how quick it comes together, ready in less than an hour from start to finish. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants that are genuinely good for your heart, so you can feel a little better about indulging in this decadent treat. The combination of rich chocolate with airy meringue creates this wonderful contrast in texture that somehow feels both fancy and comforting. Best of all, it uses simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, making it an easy choice when you want to impress without much fuss.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400dark chocolate
- 4egg whites
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gall-purpose flour
- 10 gsalt
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 1vanilla extract
- 50 gdark cocoa powder
- 10 gbaking soda
- 120 mlwater
- 20 gmeringue powder
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the dark chocolate, butter, and vanilla extract. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the egg whites, granulated sugar, and salt until stiff peaks form.
- 4
Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda into a separate bowl and whisk to combine.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, whisking until smooth.
- 6
Melt the chocolate mixture and let cool slightly.
- 7
Fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture until well combined.
- 8
Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and smooth the top.
- 9
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is still slightly jiggly.
- 10
Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.
- 11
Once cool, whip the meringue powder into the cooled chocolate mixture until stiff peaks form.
Tip: This will help create a stable meringue topping.
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