Chocolate Chiefs

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Servings: 77 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, cocoa-dusted mini cakes with a crunchy hazelnut topping
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Chocolate Chiefs

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 77 Calories: 126.0

Description

These Chocolate Chiefs are a delightful twist on traditional cake, offering a dense, moist crumb infused with deep baking chocolate and bright vanilla. The combination of cake flour and slim milk creates a tender texture that holds up beautifully to the coarsely chopped hazelnuts scattered on top. Perfect for afternoon tea, dessert trays, or a sweet treat after dinner, they provide a satisfying chocolate fix without being overly heavy. The use of a sugar replacement makes them a guilt-free indulgence for diabetic-friendly diets, while the vegetarian ingredients ensure broad appeal. Simple to assemble and bake, these mini cakes deliver consistent results every time, making them a reliable favorite for home bakers looking to impress with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a heatproof bowl, melt the baking chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, then let it cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar replacement, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly fluffy.
  4. Stir the melted chocolate into the egg mixture until fully incorporated and glossy.
  5. Sift the cake flour and salt together, then gently fold into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Pour in the slim milk and mix gently until the batter is uniform and silky.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  8. Sprinkle the coarsely chopped hazelnuts evenly over the top of each cake batter.
  9. Bake for 18âÂÂ22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are springy to the touch.
  10. Allow the cakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 77

Amount Per Serving
Calories 126.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.3mg1%
Sodium 6.7mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 30.9g11%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 30.8g
Protein 0.5g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chocolate, cake, hazelnut, diabetic-friendly, vegetarian, baking, dessert, vanilla, milk, eggs, flour, sugar-free, snack, tea-time, indulgent
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