Chocolate Squares
Chocolate Squares: A Sweet Indulgence That No One Can Resist!
We’ve all been in that situation where we crave just a small piece of chocolate, only to find ourselves devouring the entire bar. Chocolate squares are a delightful temptation, drawing us into a realm of irresistible chocolate bliss.
When you’re preparing this dessert, keep in mind that chocolate is not only a comforting treat but also a scientifically proven mood booster. The main ingredient, cocoa, comes from the cacao tree, a plant the Mayans referred to as “the food of the gods.” And honestly, who are we to disagree with them? 😄
Chocolate is a true ally for our brain. It not only increases the production of happiness hormones but also enhances concentration and memory, boosts energy, and alleviates stress.
While chocolate has many positive effects, moderation is key, as excessive sugar can impact our health. If you can’t resist chocolate, opt for bars with a high cocoa content, such as 70% or more, as they are healthier for our bodies.
So, preheat the oven, prepare your baking mold, and step into the world of pure chocolate delight. This recipe will surely win you over, along with your family and friends. And to make your dessert even more impressive, here’s an interesting fact: chocolate contains over 600 distinct aromas, while wine has only about 200!
If all of this doesn’t inspire you to start making chocolate squares immediately, we’re not sure what will! 😉🍫
Ingredients
Cake
5 eggs
150 ml milk
120 g sugar
50 g (hard) wheat flour type 400
40 g bitter cocoa
1/2 baking powder
1 vanilla sugar
Cream
200 g dark chocolate
400 ml heavy cream
4 tbsp orange juice
1 tsp grated orange peel
4 tbsp rum
Chocolate glaze:
200 g dark chocolate
100 g butter
directions
Cake
With a hand-held mixer, beat egg whites until they become stiff. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla sugar until it gets foamy. Add flour, baking powder, and cocoa, then add milk and at the end add egg whites slowly with a spatula. Line three tins (23 × 32 cm in diameter) with baking paper and pour in the prepared batter. Each cake layer is baked in a preheated oven at 180° C for about 8 minutes.
Cream
Put the heavy cream in a saucepan and bring to the boil. When it boils, pour over chocolate chunks and stir until the mixture gets well incorporated (until all the chocolate dissolves). Add orange juice, orange grated peel, and rum into the chilled chocolate mixture and stir until a smooth cream is obtained.
To assemble the cake, spread half of the frosting over the first cake layer, proceed with other cake layers, and finish with chocolate glaze. Serve chocolate cubes well chilled. Decorate the cake with chocolate decoration. Use white chocolate decorations if you want to highlight the contrast.
