š« Home-made Chocolate with Nuts or Pistachios is a handcrafted delight that brings authentic flavors to life. With a rich, velvety texture, itās enhanced by the addition of vanilla, rum, or your choice of crunchy nuts or pistachios, offering an indulgent sensation in every bite. Perfect for sweetening your day or gifting to loved ones! š
š Nutritional Benefits: Packed with antioxidants from cocoa and healthy fats from nuts, this treat is both delicious and a source of essential nutrients. Pistachios and nuts contribute to heart health, making this indulgence a balanced choice. š„
š” Quick Tip: Add a pinch of sea salt for a sophisticated flavor contrast, or experiment with dried fruits for an extra twist. š
š Serving Suggestions: Serve chilled or at room temperature as a dessert or pair it with coffee or tea for a luxurious treat. Discover more sweet inspirations in our Desserts Collection. šµ
š Explore More: Learn about the health benefits of chocolate in this article: Health Benefits of Chocolate – WebMD
Home-made chocolate with nuts or pistachios
Ingredients
Preparation method
Mix the powdered milk and cocoa, then set them aside separately in a bowl.
To enhance the flavor, toast the nuts in a non-stick pan for 3-5 minutes. It's important to stir the nuts regularly to prevent burning or over-toasting and to ensure even and pleasant toasting. You can also check the nuts during the process, observing changes in color and aroma. Chop the nuts, but not too finely; they can also be coarsely chopped, then set aside.
Bring water and sugar to a boil in a larger pot (keep in mind that all ingredients will be added to it later). Once it starts boiling, boil for 4 minutes, then add the cocoa, mix well, and boil for another 2 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat, add the butter cut into pieces, and quickly incorporate it along with the rum essence.
Gradually add the powdered milk and mix vigorously until fully incorporated. Add the nuts or pistachios and mix (you can divide the quantity in half and make one part with nuts and the other with pistachios).
Pour the mixture into a greased tray (or molds) lined with parchment paper (grease the parchment paper with a little oil). Let it cool at room temperature for about 1 hour, then place the tray in the refrigerator for several hours (at least 3 hours).
Servings 20
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 258kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Carbohydrate 68.32g23%
- Dietary Fiber 30.3g122%
- Sugars 65g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
