Milk Chocolate Meringue Kisses
Prep
25 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
These milk chocolate meringue kisses have become my go to treat whenever I want something that tastes fancy but doesn't require a ton of effort. What I love most is how quick they come together, ready in under an hour from start to finish. The egg whites are loaded with protein, making these feel a bit more wholesome than your typical chocolate confection. Plus, the ingredients are simple staples I usually have on hand, so there's no special shopping required. They're crispy on the outside, slightly chewy within, and absolutely irresistible with that melted milk chocolate coating. I promise you'll be making these again and again.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 4egg whites
- 400 ggranulated sugar
- 1 gcream of tartar
- 120 gunsalted butter, softened
- 300 gmilk chocolate chips
- 1 mLvanilla extract
- 100 gconfectioners' sugar
- 1 gsalt
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400¿tF). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for best results.
- 3
Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
Tip: Be careful not to overbeat.
- 4
Transfer the meringue to a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.
Tip: Use a meringue piping tip for the best shape.
- 5
Pipe small kisses onto the prepared baking sheet.
Tip: Leave about 1 cm of space between each kiss.
- 6
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the meringues are crisp and dry.
Tip: Keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.
- 7
Melt the milk chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir until smooth and creamy.
- 8
Dip each meringue kiss into the melted chocolate, using a fork to fully coat.
Tip: Tap off excess chocolate by tapping the fork against the side of the bowl.
- 9
Place the chocolate-covered meringues on a piece of parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Tip: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
- 10
Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and salt before serving.
Tip: Optional: add a few drops of vanilla extract to the melted chocolate for extra flavor.
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