
Ingredients
5 total- 4 egg whites
- 1 tsp of almond essence
- 200 g of caster sugar
- 4 tbsp of cocoa powder
- 1 pinch of salt
Method
6 stepsStep 1
Pre- heat the oven to 150 C/ 300F/ Gas mark 2.
Step 2
Line 2 baking trays with non stick baking parchment paper.
Step 3
Lightly whisk the egg whites until foamy. Add a pinch of salt.
Step 4
Continue to whisk the egg whites, increasing the speed. Slowly add the sugar, a tablespoon at a time until the mixture is glossy. Add the almond essence.
Step 5
Stir in the cocoa powder. Transfer the mixture into a piping bag or use a tablespoon to drop onto the prepared baking tray.
Step 6
Bake for 20 minutes until the meringues appear dry and set.