Decadent Sugar-Free Chocolate Meringue Delights
Indulge in these light and airy Chocolate Meringue Delights, a perfect treat that aligns with your South Beach Diet journey! These delightful cookies are made with whipped egg whites and sweetened with Splenda, giving you the chocolatey taste you crave without the added sugars. Enhanced by a touch of unsweetened cocoa, each bite melts in your mouth while offering a satisfying crunch, thanks to the optional nuts. Enjoy these cookies as a guilt-free dessert or a sweet snack anytime!
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Servings
6
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
egg whites
3 (Separated from yolks)
cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon (N/A)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (N/A)
Splenda granular
2/3 cup (N/A)
unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon (N/A)
crushed almonds or pecans
1 handful (Optional, for added texture)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2
In a clean, dry mixing bowl, combine the egg whites, cream of tartar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on medium speed until it begins to form soft peaks.
3
Gradually add the Splenda granular and unsweetened cocoa powder, continuing to beat on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form.
4
If desired, gently fold in the crushed almonds or pecans for added texture and flavor.
5
Using a teaspoon, drop rounded mounds of the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cookies are crisp on the outside but still slightly soft in the center.
7
Turn off the oven and leave the cookies inside to cool completely, which will help them firm up.
8
Once cool, store your meringue delights in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
0.3g
Fat
0.7g
Carbs
0.2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Sugar-Free Chocolate Meringue Delights?
They are light and airy chocolate cookies made from whipped egg whites and sweetened with Splenda, designed to be a guilt-free dessert.
Is this recipe suitable for the South Beach Diet?
Yes, these meringue delights are specifically mentioned as a perfect treat that aligns with the South Beach Diet journey.
What are the primary ingredients?
The main ingredients include egg whites, cream of tartar, vanilla extract, Splenda granular, and unsweetened cocoa powder.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each cookie contains approximately 6 calories.
What is the carbohydrate content per cookie?
There are approximately 0.7g of carbohydrates per serving.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 300°F (150°C).
How do I prepare the baking sheet?
Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
What is the first step in mixing the ingredients?
In a clean, dry bowl, combine egg whites, cream of tartar, and vanilla extract and beat until soft peaks form.
When do I add the sweetener and cocoa?
Gradually add the Splenda granular and cocoa powder after soft peaks have formed, then continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
Can I add nuts to this recipe?
Yes, you can gently fold in a handful of crushed almonds or pecans for added texture and flavor.
How do I form the cookies?
Use a teaspoon to drop rounded mounds of the meringue mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
How far apart should the cookies be spaced?
Space the mounds about an inch apart on the baking sheet.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake them for 25 to 30 minutes.
What is the desired texture after baking?
They should be crisp on the outside but still slightly soft in the center.
Should I remove the cookies from the oven immediately after baking?
No, turn off the oven and leave the cookies inside to cool completely to help them firm up.
How should these meringue delights be stored?
Once cool, store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
Is there any fat in these cookies?
Each cookie contains about 0.3g of fat.
Do these cookies contain protein?
Yes, there is approximately 0.2g of protein per cookie.
Is the cocoa powder used sweetened?
No, the recipe specifically calls for unsweetened cocoa powder.
What type of sweetener is used?
The recipe uses Splenda granular.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 6 ingredients, including the optional nuts.
Are these cookies gluten-free?
Based on the ingredients listed (egg whites, tartar, vanilla, Splenda, cocoa, nuts), they are naturally gluten-free.
What equipment is needed?
You will need a mixing bowl, an electric mixer, measuring spoons/cups, and a baking sheet.
What gives the cookies their crunch?
The crunch comes from the baked meringue structure and the optional crushed almonds or pecans.
Are these cookies considered a healthy snack?
Yes, they are described as a healthy, low-sugar snack option.
Why is cream of tartar used?
Cream of tartar helps stabilize the egg whites to maintain their volume and peak structure.
What kind of vanilla should I use?
The recipe calls for standard vanilla extract.
Can I use different nuts?
The recipe suggests crushed almonds or pecans, but you can choose based on your preference.
What is the total carbohydrate count?
The cookies have a very low carb count of 0.7g each.
Is this recipe easy to clean up?
Yes, using parchment paper on the baking sheet makes the cleanup process very simple.