Chilled Chocolate Cups

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Chilled chocolate cups are today's suggestion for serving a refreshing dessert packed with the flavor, aroma, and color of this ingredient loved by both kids and adults. This is a simple and quick dessert, perfect as the grand finale to an elegant dinner. The combination of two types of chocolate...

Chilled Chocolate Cups recipe
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
10min
Total Time
30min

Ingredients

6 Servings
(1 serving = One dessert cup)
  • milk chocolate
    milk chocolate
    200g
  • semi-sweet chocolate
    semi-sweet chocolate
    200g
  • powdered sugar
    powdered sugar
    150g
  • cookies Imperial or María type cookies
    cookies Imperial or María type cookies
    15
  • butter
    butter
    60g
  • heavy cream
    heavy cream
    500mL

How to make Chilled Chocolate Cups

  1. Step 1

    Place the two types of chocolate, chopped into pieces, along with the butter, cut into small cubes, in a saucepan.

  2. Step 2

    Melt the ingredients using a double boiler (bain-marie) until the mixture is fully combined.

  3. Step 3

    Crush the cookies and add them to the chocolate and butter mixture.

  4. Step 4

    In a bowl, whip the heavy cream together with the powdered sugar until it reaches a medium peak. Then, incorporate it into the chocolate mixture, stirring well until a smooth cream forms.

  5. Step 5

    Divide the chocolate cream into stemmed glasses or dessert cups and refrigerate for about 3 hours.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

938.3kcal (46.92%)

Protein

8.2g (16.46%)

Carbs

78.8g (28.64%)

Sugars

72.9g (100%)

Healthy Fat

21.0g

Unhealthy Fat

39.2g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For added flavor, garnish the cups with crushed cookies and fresh cherries or strawberries before serving.

  2. Make sure the heavy cream is cold before whipping to achieve the best texture.

  3. Use high-quality chocolate for a richer and more indulgent flavor.

FAQS

  1. Can I use a different type of cookie?

    Yes, you can use any type of vanilla cookies or even graham crackers to create a contrast of flavors.

  2. How long should I refrigerate the dessert?

    Refrigerate the chocolate cups for about 3 hours to allow them to set properly.

  3. Can I substitute heavy cream with another ingredient?

    Heavy cream is essential for the texture of this dessert, but you could try using whipped coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative.

  4. What is the best way to melt the chocolate?

    Using a double boiler (bain-marie) is the best method to melt chocolate evenly without burning it.

  5. Can I make this dessert ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare the chocolate cups a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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