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Appetizers -
Chocolate Meringue Stars
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| INGREDIENTS |
- 3 egg whites
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3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3/4 cup sugar
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1/4 cup baking cocoa
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Glaze:
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3 squares (1 ounce each) semi-sweet chocolate
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1 tablespoon shortening
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| INSTRUCTIONS |
In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites and vanilla until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in cocoa. Place in a pastry bag with a large open star tip. Line baking sheets with foil and coat with nonstick cooking spray. Pipe stars, about 11/4-inch diameter, onto foil or drop by rounded teaspoons. Bake at 300ยบ for 30 to 35 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from foil; cool on wire racks.
In a microwave or double boiler, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip cookies halfway into glaze; place on waxed paper to harden. |
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