Gianduia Candy Cups

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 15

Rich and Decadent Gianduia Candy Cups Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 ounces good-quality milk chocolate , chopped ( try Scharffen Berger , Lindt , Ghirardelli )
	1 cup nutella ( chocolate-hazelnut spread )
	6 tablespoons hazelnuts , toasted and coarsely chopped
	18 ounces bittersweet chocolate or 18 ounces semisweet chocolate , chopped
	32 whole hazelnuts , blanched , husked and then toasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

11g

Fat

14g

Gianduia is an Italian variation of chocolate-hazelnut spread that was invented in Turin, Italy in the 19th century. This recipe combines Gianduia with milk chocolate and hazelnuts to create rich and creamy candy cups that are perfect for any chocolate lover. The candy cups are made by taking dollops of the chocolate-hazelnut mixture and topping them with a whole hazelnut before they are coated in melted dark chocolate. The candy cups are then chilled until set and ready to enjoy. These Gianduia candy cups are a perfect dessert or snack for any occasion.

Instructions

1.	Line 32 miniature muffin cups with paper liners.
2.	Place the milk chocolate in a small heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Melt the chocolate, stirring occasionally, until smooth.
3.	Remove from heat and stir in the Nutella and chopped hazelnuts.
4.	Spoon teaspoon-sized dollops of the chocolate-hazelnut mixture into the muffin cups and top each one with a whole hazelnut.
5.	Place the bittersweet chocolate in a large heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Melt the chocolate, stirring occasionally, until smooth.
6.	Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
7.	Spoon a teaspoon of melted chocolate onto each of the hazelnuts in the muffin cups.
8.	Chill the candy cups in the refrigerator until set, about 10-15 minutes.
9.	Once the candy cups have hardened, remove them from the muffin cups and peel away the paper liners.

PROS

These candy cups are rich, creamy, and perfect for chocolate lovers.
They make a great dessert or treat any time of day.
The addition of hazelnuts adds a nice crunch and nutty flavor.

CONS

These candy cups are high in calories and fat, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
They do contain Nutella, which is high in sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation. Hazelnuts are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, magnesium, and copper. They have been linked to supporting heart health and lowering cholesterol levels. Dark chocolate, when consumed in moderation, has also been linked to several health benefits, including improving heart health, boosting cognitive function, and reducing inflammation.