Festive Meringue Desserts

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 300F.

2. 2

   Beat egg whites in small bowl with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.

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   Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.

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   Blend in vanilla.

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   Spoon or pipe meringue mixture into 3 (4-inch) rounds onto each of 2 parchment or foil-covered baking sheets.

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   Use a large spoon to make a large indentation in the centre of each round, building up the sides of each round as much as possible.

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   Bake, 1 sheet at a time, on centre rack of oven 55 minutes or until meringue shells are dry and golden brown.

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   Remove from oven; cool 1 to 2 hours on baking sheet or until completely cooled.

9. 9

   Carefully remove meringues from parchment.

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    Toss berries together; set aside.

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    Place chocolate in small microwaveable bowl.

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    Microwave on HIGH 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until chocolate is completely melted, stirring after each minute.

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    Fill meringue shells with the berries just before serving; top with whipped topping.

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    Drizzle with chocolate.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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