White Chocolate Bavarian Christmas Tree Recipe
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Preparation Time: 8 hours
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 14
Calories per Serving: 278.5
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Winter, Christmas, Weeknight, For Large Groups, Refrigerator, Stove Top
Description:
Indulge in the festive spirit with this delightful White Chocolate Bavarian Christmas Tree! A perfect treat for winter gatherings, this creamy and decadent dessert is sure to spread joy and sweetness.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | half-and-half |
| 2 | vanilla |
| 2 | unflavored gelatin |
| 6 | eggs |
| 12 | white chocolate |
| 1 | cream of tartar |
| 1 1/2 | whipped cream |
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare Supplies:
- Get an 8-cup tree mold or any other decorative mold of your choice.
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Select Quality Eggs:
- Ensure you use only clean, uncracked grade-A eggs for the best results.
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Prepare Gelatin Mixture:
- In a medium saucepan, combine half-and-half and vanilla.
- Sprinkle gelatin over the mixture and let it stand for 1 minute.
- Stir over low heat until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
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Prepare Egg Yolk Mixture:
- Beat egg yolks in a small bowl.
- Stir about 1 cup of the gelatin mixture into the egg yolks.
- Return the egg yolk mixture to the saucepan.
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Cook Egg Yolk Mixture:
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
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Melt White Chocolate:
- Melt white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over hot, not boiling, water, stirring constantly.
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Combine Chocolate and Gelatin Mixtures:
- Stir the gelatin mixture into the melted white chocolate.
- Remove from heat and allow it to cool to room temperature.
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Beat Egg Whites:
- Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
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Fold Chocolate Mixture into Egg Whites:
- Gently fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the beaten egg whites.
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Fold in Whipped Cream:
- Fold in the whipped cream until well combined.
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Mold the Mixture:
- Spoon the mixture into the 8-cup tree mold or chosen decorative mold.
- Refrigerate until set, for about 8 hours or overnight.
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Unmold the Bavarian Tree:
- To unmold, pull the chocolate mixture from the edge of the mold with moistened fingers.
- Alternatively, run a small metal spatula or pointed knife dipped in warm water around the edge of the mold.
- Dip the bottom of the mold briefly in warm water.
- Place a serving plate on top of the mold, invert it, and shake gently to loosen the chocolate mixture.
- Carefully remove the mold.
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Decorate Your Christmas Tree:
- Get creative and decorate your Bavarian Christmas tree with candies for a festive touch!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 278.5
- Fat Content: 21.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 135.4mg
- Sodium Content: 70.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 16.2g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 14.6g
- Protein Content: 6g
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this White Chocolate Bavarian Christmas Tree, a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Perfect for spreading holiday cheer at any winter gathering or Christmas celebration.
