Lemon Foam Kisses are a delightful confection that pairs the lightness of meringue with the tart richness of lemon curd, all encased in a smooth chocolate shell. These treats are not only visually appealing but also offer a burst of lemon flavor that's perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the chocolate.
Why You'll Love This:
If you're a fan of light, airy desserts with a zesty twist, these Lemon Foam Kisses are for you. The combination of fluffy meringue and tangy lemon curd makes for a refreshing bite, while the chocolate coating adds a layer of decadence that makes these kisses irresistible.
Perfect Occasion:
These Lemon Foam Kisses are perfect for spring celebrations, Easter gatherings, or as a delightful finish to any meal. They're also great for gifting during holidays or as a fun project to tackle with kids.
Decoration Tips:
To give these kisses a playful touch, use melted chocolate to create chick faces on each one. Use dark chocolate for the eyes and orange chocolate for the beaks. This charming detail is sure to make them a hit at any party or gathering.
Ingredients:
- 12 waffle bases or round cookies
- For the foam kiss filling:
- 240g sugar
- 2 packets of vanilla sugar
- 4 fresh egg whites
- Additional:
- Lemon curd for filling
- 600g yellow couverture (or your choice of couverture)
- Black or dark chocolate for the chick eyes
- Orange chocolate coating for the beaks
Instructions:
- Prepare the Sugar Syrup:
- In a pot, combine 200g of sugar with 60ml of water. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, and let simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sugar crystals have dissolved.
- Make the Meringue:
- Beat the egg whites with the remaining 40g of sugar and vanilla sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gradually add the hot sugar syrup to the egg whites while continuing to beat. Beat for an additional 4-5 minutes until the mixture is white and creamy.
- Assemble the Foam Kisses:
- Transfer the meringue mixture to a piping bag fitted with a perforated nozzle. Pipe the meringue onto the waffle bases or cookies.
- Place a dollop of lemon curd into the center of each meringue using a piping bag fitted with a filling nozzle.
- Chill and Coat:
- Refrigerate the foam kisses while you prepare the chocolate coating.
- Chop the couverture into small pieces and melt slowly in a water bath or microwave at low wattage.
- Pour the melted couverture over the chilled foam kisses placed on a draining rack with baking paper underneath to catch excess chocolate.
- Decorate:
- Once the chocolate has set slightly, use melted dark chocolate to add eyes and orange chocolate for the beaks to turn each kiss into a cute chick.
Enjoy your batch of Lemon Foam Kisses, a fluffy, zesty treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat!