Chocolate Chip Meringues with Ice Cream, Peppermint Candies and Chocolate-Mint Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Chocolate Chip Meringues with Ice Cream, Peppermint Candies and Chocolate-Mint Sauce
45 min.
6
681kcal

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Indulge in a delightful dessert that perfectly combines the lightness of meringues with the rich flavors of chocolate and peppermint! Our Chocolate Chip Meringues with Ice Cream, Peppermint Candies, and Chocolate-Mint Sauce is a divine treat that caters to those seeking a gluten-free option while satisfying their sweet cravings.

Imagine crisp and airy meringues, expertly baked to achieve a cloud-like texture, cradling luscious scoops of chocolate or peppermint stick ice cream. Each bite is a journey through a symphony of flavors, accentuated by the refreshing crunch of red-and-white-striped peppermint candies. The pièce de résistance is the luxurious chocolate-mint sauce, made from bittersweet chocolate and enhanced with pure peppermint extract, which drizzles over the top to create an irresistible chocolate cascade.

Not only is this dessert a feast for the palate, but it is also visually stunning, making it an impressive centerpiece for any gathering. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful evening at home, this elegant dish comes together in just 45 minutes, allowing you to enjoy more time with friends and family. Serve it as a side dish or a stand-alone dessert, and watch as your guests savor every last bite. With its beautiful balance of textures and flavors, this recipe is sure to become a treasured favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup egg whites (from 4 large eggs)
  • 1.5 pints ice-cream chocolate shell 
  • 0.5 cup peppermint candies hard chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon peppermint extract 
  • 0.7 cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate unsweetened chopped (not )
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • servings butter unsalted melted
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 225°. Line 2 heavy large baking sheets with parchment paper. Using small bowl or can as guide, trace three 4-inch-diameter circles on parchment on each baking sheet; turn parchment over (circles will show through).
  2. Brush parchment with melted butter.
  3. Whisk powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons sugar in small bowl to blend. Using electric mixer, beat egg whites and salt in large bowl until foamy and beginning to hold soft peaks. Slowly beat in 1/2 cup sugar; continue beating until whites are stiff and shiny. Fold in powdered sugar mixture, then chocolate. Spoon meringue by generous 1/2 cupfuls into center of each circle. Using back of spoon, spread meringue to edge of circle and indent center to form shallow bowl.
  4. Bake meringues until crisp, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
  5. Place baking sheets on racks; cool completely. (Meringues can be prepared 4 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)
  6. Bring cream, water and sugar to boil in medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to low; add chocolate.
  7. Whisk until melted.
  8. Remove from heat; stir in extract. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm sauce over low heat before using.)
  9. Place 1 meringue in center of each plate. Top with scoops of ice cream.
  10. Drizzle with chocolate sauce.
  11. Sprinkle with chopped candies.
  12. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories681kcal
Protein5.4%
Fat45.79%
Carbs48.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.68
Glycemic Load
28.14
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.766521728557%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:680.55kcal
34.03%
Fat:35.18g
54.12%
Saturated Fat:21.22g
132.63%
Carbohydrates:84.36g
28.12%
Net Carbohydrates:79.92g
29.06%
Sugar:71.03g
78.92%
Cholesterol:64.44mg
21.48%
Sodium:179.82mg
7.82%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Caffeine:36.06mg
12.02%
Protein:9.34g
18.68%
Manganese:0.67mg
33.55%
Copper:0.64mg
32.06%
Magnesium:104.01mg
26%
Phosphorus:234.87mg
23.49%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.24%
Iron:3.53mg
19.6%
Fiber:4.44g
17.77%
Calcium:162.09mg
16.21%
Potassium:553.6mg
15.82%
Vitamin A:781.73IU
15.63%
Selenium:10.63µg
15.19%
Zinc:1.73mg
11.5%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.38%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.56%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.23%
Folate:20.28µg
5.07%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.33%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.13%
Vitamin K:3.74µg
3.57%
Vitamin D:0.47µg
3.14%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.08%
Vitamin C:0.89mg
1.08%
Source:Epicurious