Choc-Mallow Wagon Wheels

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 3
Mouth-watering Choc-Mallow Wagon Wheels recipe for your dessert
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2 hrs

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

125 g butter , softened
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 cups plain flour
1/4 cup self-raising flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
28 vanilla raspberry marshmallows
375 g dark chocolate melts
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 cup raspberry jam

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
28
Calories
237
Sugar
22g
Fat
12g
Choc-Mallow Wagon Wheels are a classic Australian childhood treat, commonly found in lunch boxes and on family picnics. These chocolate-coated biscuits are filled with fluffy marshmallows and tangy raspberry jam, making them a fun and tasty snack that everyone will love. While store-bought Wagon Wheels can be quite sugary and artificial, this homemade version allows you to control the ingredients and flavor to your liking. Whether you're looking for a nostalgic treat or a new dessert idea, Choc-Mallow Wagon Wheels are sure to be a hit.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced) and line 4 baking trays with baking paper.
2.In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar together until light and creamy.
3.Gradually add the egg and mix well.
4.Sift the flours and cocoa into the bowl and mix until well combined to form a dough.
5.Roll the dough out between 2 sheets of baking paper to 5mm thickness.
6.Cut out 28 x 7cm circles using a scone cutter.
7.Place the circles onto the prepared baking trays and bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden.
8.Allow to cool completely.
9.Cut each marshmallow in half widthways.
10.Spread 1 teaspoon of raspberry jam over half of the biscuits.
11.Top each jam-covered biscuit with 2 marshmallow halves.
12.Place another biscuit on top of each marshmallow half and press down gently to sandwich them together.
13.Place the biscuits in the freezer for 15 minutes.
14.Melt the chocolate and oil together in a microwave-safe bowl.
15.Dip each biscuit, one at a time, into the chocolate mixture, using 2 forks to turn over and coat completely.
16.Allow the excess chocolate to drip off and place on a wire rack to set.
17.Once set, store the biscuits in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

PROS

Choc-Mallow Wagon Wheels are a fun, delicious snack that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.

The combination of chocolate, raspberry, and marshmallow is irresistible.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories, sugar, and fat, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also requires a bit of time and effort to prepare the biscuits.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Choc-Mallow Wagon Wheels are not particularly healthy, they can provide a boost of energy and satisfaction as a treat.
Dark chocolate contains antioxidants that may benefit heart health when consumed in moderation.
The raspberry jam also provides a serving of fruit, which is important for a healthy diet.

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