Ingredients and Weight:
- Cherries: 500g (pitted)
- Whisked cream: 1 cup
- Dark chocolate: 100g (melted)
- Brown sugar: 1/3 cup
- Spices (such as cinnamon): a dash
- Flour: 1/2 cup
- Salt: 1 pinch
- Butter: 100g (melted)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh fruit or jam for topping (optional)
Preparation Time: 2 hours (including baking time)
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Stir in the pitted cherries.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish.
- Drizzle the melted dark chocolate on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once cooled, top with whipped cream and fresh fruit or jam (optional).
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 450kcal, Fat: 24g, Carbohydrates: 56g, Protein: 6g, Fiber: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey dessert with a cherry flavor.
- The combination of sweet and chocolate creates a unique flavor experience.
- The dish is visually appealing with its rich brown color and creamy topping.
User Comments:
- "A truly rich and decadent dessert! The combination of cherries and chocolate is outstanding." - John Doe
- "A bit sweet for my taste, but the chocolate and cherry combination was delightful." - Jane Smith
- "This dessert was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the rich flavor and presentation." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use pitted cherries to avoid any accidental biting into the pit.
- For best results, use fresh cherries instead of frozen ones for a more intense flavor.
- If you want to add more sweetness, you can use a cherry jam instead of fresh cherries in the dessert mix.
