Susan’s Chocolate Dream

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14
Indulge in Susan's Chocolate Dream- a rich chocolate muffin
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

150 g butter
4 egg yolks
150 g sugar
1 pinch salt
120 g dark chocolate , 50 % cocoa , preferrably Swiss
50 g ground almonds ( skin on )
30 g flour
4 egg whites
raspberry preserves or cherry preserves
icing sugar ( otpional )
paper baking cup , for muffins

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
297
Sugar
24g
Fat
21g
Susan’s Chocolate Dream is a rich chocolate muffin with delicious raspberry or cherry preserves filling and ground almonds to add texture. It is easy to make and gluten-free. This dessert combines sugar, butter, and dark chocolate to create a rich and indulgent flavor, and can be served as a sweet treat or part of an afternoon tea party. Susan’s Chocolate Dream is perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth and will keep you coming back for more.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F). Prepare a muffin pan with paper baking cups.
2.In a saucepan on low heat, melt the chocolate and butter together.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar and salt until the mixture turns pale yellow.
4.Mix in the chocolate-butter mixture and stir in the almonds and flour.
5.In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the chocolate mixture.
6.Pour the mixture into the prepared baking cups, filling each one about 2/3 full.
7.Use a teaspoon to make a small dent in the center of each muffin. Fill with a small amount of preserves.
8.Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
9.Let the muffins cool slightly before dusting with icing sugar, if desired.

PROS

Susan’s Chocolate Dream is the perfect treat for chocolate lovers, with its rich and indulgent chocolate flavor.

The addition of almond flour adds nuttiness and texture that pairs well with the raspberry or cherry preserves.
This muffin is easy to make and requires minimal ingredients.

It’s also gluten-free, thanks to the ground almonds used instead of regular flour!

CONS

Due to the addition of butter and chocolate, Susan’s Chocolate Dream is high in calories and fat.

It is not recommended to be consumed on a daily basis, but can be enjoyed as an occasional treat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Susan’s Chocolate Dream is not particularly healthy, it can provide a mood boost and contribute to feelings of happiness due to the release of endorphins triggered by consuming chocolate. Almonds contain healthy fats and protein, which helps in maintaining healthy hair and skin. They also contain Vitamin E which contributes to healthy hair and skin.

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