Chocolate & raspberry creams

Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Chocolate & raspberry creams
20 min.
6
686kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the tangy freshness of raspberries, look no further than these delightful Chocolate & Raspberry Creams. Not only are they incredibly easy to whip up in just 20 minutes, but they are also dairy-free, making them a perfect treat for everyone, including those with dietary restrictions.

This delectable treat features layers of luscious dark chocolate and creamy raspberry yogurt, all beautifully paired with fresh, tart raspberries at the base. The optional splash of brandy elevates the flavor profile, adding a hint of sophistication that makes these creams perfect for any gathering, whether it's a casual snack, an elegant appetizer, or a chic start to your meal.

To complement the creamy texture, we've included homemade chocolate macaroons that provide a delightful crunch, topped with blanched almonds for an elegant finish. With their rich flavors and eye-catching presentation, these Chocolate & Raspberry Creams are sure to impress your guests or simply satisfy your sweet cravings anytime. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let’s create a memorable dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 300 raspberries frozen thaw (no need to them)
  • tbsp brandy 
  • tbsp raspberries 
  • 175 chocolate dark grated
  • 300 ml vanilla fresh
  • servings shortbread cookies 
  •  egg whites 
  • 50 powdered sugar for dusting
  • 100 almond flour 
  • 25 cocoa powder 
  • 50 powdered sugar 
  •  blanched almonds and 
  • 300 raspberries thick

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Mix the raspberries with the brandy, if using, and raspberry conserve, then spoon into the base of 6 glasses.
  2. Break the chocolate into a Pyrex bowl, then melt in the microwave on High for 1-2 mins, or place the bowl over a pan of simmering water and stir until melted. 3 Stir the yogurt and custard into the melted chocolate, then spoon on top of the berries. Cover and chill until ready to serve, then top with grated dark chocolate.
  3. To make the chocolate macaroons, heat oven to 190C/fan 170C/gas 5, then line a baking sheet with baking parchment.
  4. Whisk 2 egg whites until stiff, then gradually whisk in 50g icing sugar until thick and glossy.
  5. Mix 100g ground almonds and 25g cocoa with another 50g icing sugar, then stir into the egg white mixture. Divide the mix into 12, wet your hands, then shape each piece into a ball.
  6. Place spaced apart and slightly flattened on the baking sheet. Top each with a blanched almond, then bake for 10 mins until firm, but still soft in the centre. Cool. Dust with icing sugar. Can be made 2 days ahead and kept in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories686kcal
Protein7.15%
Fat44.68%
Carbs48.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30
Glycemic Load
15.06
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
19.030434738035%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
49.15mg
Petunidin
0.33mg
Delphinidin
1.42mg
Malvidin
0.14mg
Pelargonidin
1.05mg
Peonidin
0.13mg
Catechin
4.11mg
Epigallocatechin
0.49mg
Epicatechin
11.96mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.58mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.54mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:686.15kcal
34.31%
Fat:29.86g
45.93%
Saturated Fat:10.39g
64.97%
Carbohydrates:72.43g
24.14%
Net Carbohydrates:58.5g
21.27%
Sugar:40.43g
44.92%
Cholesterol:0.88mg
0.29%
Sodium:127.73mg
5.55%
Alcohol:15.96g
100%
Alcohol %:7.79%
100%
Caffeine:32.92mg
10.97%
Protein:10.74g
21.49%
Manganese:1.69mg
84.45%
Fiber:13.93g
55.72%
Copper:0.84mg
42.04%
Iron:6.36mg
35.33%
Vitamin C:28.14mg
34.1%
Magnesium:123.89mg
30.97%
Phosphorus:179.09mg
17.91%
Potassium:547.01mg
15.63%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.15%
Vitamin E:2.03mg
13.54%
Vitamin K:13.69µg
13.04%
Zinc:1.92mg
12.81%
Folate:47.46µg
11.86%
Vitamin B3:2.19mg
10.96%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.24%
Calcium:100.17mg
10.02%
Selenium:6.66µg
9.52%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.08%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.4%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.51%
Vitamin A:70.96IU
1.42%