Separate the whites from the yolks of the eggs. In a separate bowl, mix the yolks with sugar and vanilla extract. Add starch and a pinch of salt. Gradually add hot chocolate milk and continue whisking.
After this, return the entire mixture back to the pan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. Make sure the pudding does not boil.
Now beat the whites until fluffy and carefully add them to the pan with the chocolate mixture. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Pour the pudding into individual serving glasses or cups and refrigerate for a few hours to set.
Serve chocolate pudding with whipped cream or fruit.
Chocolate ice cream
Chocolate ice cream is a delicious treat that can be prepared at home in just a few simple steps. Here is a detailed recipe for making this dessert:
In a large saucepan, combine cream, milk, sugar, cocoa powder and vanilla extract. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Gradually add the hot cream mixture, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
Return the mixture to the saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and streaks the back of a spoon.
Remove pan from heat and add chopped dark chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is completely dissolved.
Cool the mixture to room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator for a few hours to cool completely.
Pour the cooled mixture into the ice cream maker and close the lid. Freeze according to your ice cream makers instructions, usually taking about 2030 minutes.
Place the ice cream in a container and store in the freezer until ready to use.
Chocolate cupcakesPreheat the oven to 180 degrees. Prepare muffin tins by lining them with paper liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine butter and sugar, beating until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Then add vanilla extract.
Gradually add dry ingredients and kefir to the butter mixture, mixing alternately until a homogeneous dough is obtained. Do not overmix to avoid overworking the dough.
Finally, add the chocolate chips and stir gently to distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
Pour the batter into the prepared molds, filling them 2/3 full.
Bake the cupcakes in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for about 2025 minutes, or until a wooden skewer comes out clean when you insert it into the middle of the cupcake.
Once baked, cool the cupcakes on a wire rack in the pans for 5 to 10 minutes, then carefully remove from the pans and cool completely on a wire rack.
Serve chocolate cupcakes with milk, coffee or tea if desired.
Chocolate drops
Chocolate drops are a delicious treat that can be prepared even without special cooking skills. Here is a detailed recipe on how to make chocolate drops.
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Melt the chocolate and butter in a double boiler or in the microwave. Stir occasionally to avoid burning.
In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs and vanilla extract. Pour the chocolate-butter mixture into this mixture and stir well.
Sift the flour and baking powder and slowly add to the chocolate mixture, stirring constantly. Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
Using a small spoon or piping bag, pipe small dots of batter onto the baking sheet, leaving a little space between them.
Bake the chocolate chips in the preheated oven for about 1012 minutes, or until golden and puffed up.
Cool the drops before serving and enjoy these delicious chocolate treats!
Chocolate drops go great with coffee or hot cocoa and are suitable for any occasion from a party to home comfort.
Chocolate bars
Ingredients:
200 g dark chocolate
100 g milk chocolate
150 g butter
100 g sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
150 g cookies (any choice, you can take chocolate or plain)
100 g nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts or any others you wish)
50 g raisins or dried apricots (optional)
Preparation:
Start by breaking the dark and milk chocolate into pieces and placing them along with the butter in a metal bowl or bain-marie pan.
Melt the chocolate and butter over a double boiler, stirring until they become smooth.
Add sugar and vanilla extract, continue stirring until sugar is completely dissolved.
In a large bowl, break the cookies into pieces, add raisins or dried apricots (if using) and chopped nuts.
Pour the warm chocolate sauce over the pecan cookies, stirring until all the pieces are evenly coated.
Spread the mixture evenly into a baking pan lined with cling film or parchment paper.
Level the surface with a spoon or spatula so that the bars are even.
Leave the bars in the refrigerator for a few hours to allow the chocolate to set.
After this, remove the bars from the mold and cut them into small pieces or bars.
Chocolate sauce
Ingredients:
100 g dark chocolate
100 ml cream
50 g sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
a pinch of salt
Preparation:
Place the cream in a saucepan and heat it over medium heat, but do not bring it to a boil.
Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, stir thoroughly.
Grate the chocolate on a fine grater.
Add the chocolate to the saucepan with the cream and, stirring constantly, until the chocolate is completely dissolved.
Add sugar and continue to heat the mixture, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
Chocolate sauce is ready! It can be served with ice cream, fruit, pies or used as a filling for desserts. The resulting sauce will have a rich chocolate flavor and silky texture. You can also add a little rum or liqueur for extra flavor.
Chocolate pancakes
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups flour
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder (baking powder)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 1/4 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
Vegetable oil for frying
Maple syrup or honey for serving (optional)
Preparation:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder and salt.
In another bowl, beat the egg, then add the milk and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and mix gently until a homogeneous dough is obtained. Do not over-mix it to ensure tender pancakes.
After this, add chocolate chips or chopped chocolate and mix thoroughly.
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a little vegetable oil.
Scoop batter into pan, using about 1/4 cup batter per pancake.