Chocolate Flecked Meringues

Directions

Preparation:15min  ›  Cook:1hour  ›  Extra time:2hours marinating  ›  Ready in:3hours15min 

1. Preheat oven to 110 degrees C. Line two baking trays with foil.
2. Whisk egg whites until fluffy. Add salt and cream of tartar; continue to whisk. Gradually add the sugar and whisk for 6-7 minutes or until stiff, smooth and glossy. Whisk in vanilla essence and grated chocolate (or instant espresso).
3. Transfer mixture into a piping bag. Pipe neat mounds onto baking trays leaving room for them to spread a little. Bake for 1 hour or until the meringues are dry but not brown.
4. Remove from oven and let cool briefly. Carefully transfer meringues from the foil to a wire rack. Let cool fully.