Mini Hazelnut Caprese Cakes with Raspberries and Candied Orange

Mini Hazelnut Caprese Cakes with Raspberries and Candied Orange

Category: Desserts
Servings: 6 mini cakes

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the chocolate and hazelnuts:

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   • Grate the dark chocolate and set it aside.
   • Place the hazelnuts into a food processor and pulse until finely ground.

2. Make the base mixture:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter (cut into cubes) with half of the powdered sugar.
   • Add a pinch of salt and the egg yolks, and whisk until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
   • Stir in the ground hazelnuts, followed by the grated chocolate, mixing until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
   • Sift the cocoa powder, potato starch, and baking powder into the bowl. Stir gently with a spatula until you have a smooth batter.

3. Prepare the meringue:

   • In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with the remaining powdered sugar using electric beaters. Whisk until stiff peaks form.

4. Combine the mixtures:

   • Gently fold the meringue into the chocolate-hazelnut batter. Add the egg whites little by little, using a spatula and folding from the bottom upwards until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.

5. Prepare the baking tins:

   • Grease six 10 cm (4-inch) diameter mini cake tins with butter. Divide the batter evenly among the tins, filling them up.

6. Bake the mini cakes:

   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the cakes for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Decorate and serve:

   • Once the cakes are baked, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
   • Dust the mini caprese cakes with powdered sugar, and decorate with fresh raspberries and candied orange peel strips.

8. Enjoy:

   • Your Mini Hazelnut Caprese Cakes are now ready to be served. Enjoy this delightful treat with a cup of tea or coffee!

These mini caprese cakes are rich in flavor, thanks to the combination of dark chocolate, hazelnuts, and a soft, airy meringue. The addition of fresh raspberries and candied orange peel adds a burst of freshness and color, making this dessert perfect for any special occasion or a sweet afternoon snack.