Easter Chocolate Egg Dessert
Category: Desserts
Servings: 8
Total Time: 4 hours (includes chilling time)
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Dark chocolate | 150g |
| Fresh liquid cream | 300ml |
| Whole milk | 400ml |
| Sugar | 140g |
| All-purpose flour | 70g |
| Butter | 100g |
| Fresh liquid cream (for whipping) | 250ml |
| Powdered sugar | to taste |
| Strawberries | 3 |
| Blueberries | 60g |
| Mint | 10 leaves |
| Raspberries | 60g |
| Red currants | 60g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chocolate Custard:
Begin by roughly chopping the dark chocolate into small pieces. For a smoother texture, you can use a food processor to chop it finely. In a bowl, sift the flour into the cold milk and stir well to avoid lumps. Pour this mixture into a saucepan and place it on low heat, stirring continuously. Keep stirring until the flour dissolves and the mixture begins to approach boiling point. -
Incorporate the Chocolate:
Once the milk and flour mixture starts to warm, add the chopped dark chocolate. Stir continuously until the chocolate fully melts and the custard thickens, becoming smooth and velvety. -
Molding the Egg Shape:
Take a 1-liter Easter egg-shaped mold and place it inside a larger baking dish. Pour the chocolate custard into the mold and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, cover it with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for 2-3 hours, allowing it to set completely. -
Unmold the Dessert:
After the custard has chilled and hardened, remove it from the freezer. To easily remove the chocolate egg from the mold, briefly dip the mold in warm water or hold it under a gentle stream of lukewarm water. Once the sides loosen, invert the mold onto a serving platter to release the egg. -
Prepare the Whipped Cream:
In a mixing bowl, beat the fresh cream with a tablespoon of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Transfer the whipped cream to a piping bag and set aside. -
Decorate the Chocolate Egg:
Slice the strawberries into thin rounds and arrange them beautifully around the egg. Pipe small dollops of whipped cream onto the egg using the piping bag. Garnish the dessert with fresh berries—blueberries, raspberries, and red currants—as well as a few sprigs of mint for a refreshing touch.
Serving Tips:
This indulgent Easter chocolate egg dessert is a showstopper for any springtime celebration. The creamy custard combined with rich dark chocolate and the fresh fruit topping creates a perfect balance of flavors. The whipped cream adds a luscious finishing touch, making it an ideal treat for your festive gatherings.
Enjoy this beautiful and delicious chocolate egg dessert with your family and friends for a sweet, memorable occasion.
