Chocolate Pralines, Mexican Style

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (120g) bittersweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup (60g) Mexican chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup (30g) heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon (15g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) ground ancho chile powder
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) ground cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon (0.625ml) salt
• 1/2 cup (45g) chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup (25g) chopped dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup (25g) chopped candied orange peel

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

5 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, melt the bittersweet chocolate and Mexican chocolate chips together. Stir in the heavy cream, butter, cinnamon, ancho chile powder, cumin, and salt.
3. Remove the bowl from the heat and let cool slightly.
4. Stir in the pecans, cranberries, and candied orange peel.
5. Drop the mixture by rounded teaspoons onto the prepared baking sheet.
6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1 praline
• Calories: 120
• Fat: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and decadent chocolate flavor with a hint of Mexican spices
• Creamy and smooth texture with a crunchy pecan topping
• Perfect for a special occasion or as a dessert bite

User Comments:

• "These pralines were absolutely delicious! The combination of chocolate and Mexican spices was perfect."
• "I love that these pralines are easy to make but look and taste like they came from a professional chocolatier."
• "These pralines were a hit at my party. Everyone loved them!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use good quality chocolate chips for the best flavor.
• If you don't have ancho chile powder, you can substitute another type of mild chili powder.
• Don't overmix the chocolate mixture, as this can make the pralines tough.
• If the pralines are too soft, you can refrigerate them for longer.
• Store the pralines in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.