Pasadena Star News/February 6, 2007

Chocolate Cups with Whipped Cream

Servings Preparation Time Cooking Time Temperature Notes Calories Saturated Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
4 demitasse cups 2-1/2 hours, 15 minutes


INGREDIENTS:
2/3 cup whole milk 1 egg 4 tablespoons sugar, divided
pinch salt 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1 to 2 tablespoons Frangelico (hazelnut liqueur) or dark rum
1 cup whipping cream edible flowers (found in produce department with the fresh herbs), for garnish (optional)



1 In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the milk to a boil.
2 While the milk heats, in a blender on low, combine the egg, 2 tablespoons sugar, salt, chocolate chips and liqueur.
3 In a slow, steady stream, pour the boiling milk into the blender while it is turning. The hot milk will cook the egg and melt the chocolate. Blend for 1 minute, or until smooth. Spoon the chocolate mixture into demitasse cups and chill.
4 After dinner, use an electric mixer to beat the cream in a medium bowl until soft peaks form. Add the remaining sugar and beat to combine. Top the chocolate cups with a dollop of cream and garnish each with an edible flower.
5 To serve, place the cups on saucers and serve with demitasse spoons.

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