Fried Bittersweet Chocolate Bread

Vegetarian
Fried Bittersweet Chocolate Bread
15 min.
8
121kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with our Fried Bittersweet Chocolate Bread, a delightful treat that perfectly balances the rich, deep flavors of high-quality bittersweet chocolate with the comforting crunch of golden-brown baguette. This vegetarian recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes from start to finish, but it also serves up to 8 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a cozy family dessert.

Imagine biting into a warm sandwich where the luscious chocolate melts in your mouth, complemented by the buttery, crispy exterior of the baguette. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. The use of a fine-quality chocolate bar, with no more than 70% cacao, ensures that the sweetness is perfectly balanced, making this dish a bittersweet symphony of taste.

Whether you’re looking for a quick snack, a decadent dessert, or a unique addition to your brunch spread, Fried Bittersweet Chocolate Bread is sure to impress. It’s a simple yet sophisticated recipe that showcases the beauty of combining basic ingredients to create something truly extraordinary. So gather your friends and family, and get ready to enjoy this delightful treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • inch baguette 
  • ounce fine-quality bittersweet chocolate bar 70% (no more than cacao if marked)
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted softened

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Generously butter 1 side of each baguette slice.
  2. Place 8 slices, buttered sides down, on a work surface and cover each slice with chocolate, leaving a 1/4-inch border around edge. Top with remaining 8 slices, buttered sides up, to make 8 sandwiches.
  3. Heat a dry 12-inch heavy skillet (not nonstick) over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then fry 4 sandwiches, turning over once, until golden, 3 to 4 minutes total.
  4. Transfer sandwiches to a plate and wipe skillet clean. Fry remaining sandwiches in same manner.
  5. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories121kcal
Protein3.7%
Fat76.3%
Carbs20%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.84
Glycemic Load
1.69
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.7721739372481%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:121.01kcal
6.05%
Fat:10.36g
15.93%
Saturated Fat:6.26g
39.13%
Carbohydrates:6.11g
2.04%
Net Carbohydrates:4.89g
1.78%
Sugar:2.67g
2.97%
Cholesterol:15.57mg
5.19%
Sodium:18.6mg
0.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:8.5mg
2.83%
Protein:1.13g
2.26%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.96%
Copper:0.19mg
9.6%
Iron:1.35mg
7.52%
Magnesium:25.04mg
6.26%
Fiber:1.21g
4.85%
Phosphorus:36.86mg
3.69%
Vitamin A:181.42IU
3.63%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.52%
Potassium:80.86mg
2.31%
Selenium:1.23µg
1.76%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.56%
Vitamin K:1.35µg
1.28%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.25%
Calcium:12.13mg
1.21%
Vitamin B3:0.23mg
1.15%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious