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Chocolate Crunch

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This decadent no-bake Chocolate Crunch is a show-stopping dessert that balances smooth, melted chocolate with delightful textures. The base layer features dark or milk chocolate infused with butter, chopped nuts, and sweet dates, while the top layer offers a creamy white chocolate contrast. Rich Tea biscuits are coarsely crushed and folded into both layers, providing a satisfying crunch in every bite. It requires no oven time, just simple melting and chilling. Perfect for parties, holidays, or when you need an impressive treat that feels homemade but is surprisingly easy to assemble. Serve chilled for the best texture.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12
Calories: 3259.0
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This decadent no-bake Chocolate Crunch is a show-stopping dessert that balances smooth, melted chocolate with delightful textures. The base layer features dark or milk chocolate infused with butter, chopped nuts, and sweet dates, while the top layer offers a creamy white chocolate contrast. Rich Tea biscuits are coarsely crushed and folded into both layers, providing a satisfying crunch in every bite. It requires no oven time, just simple melting and chilling. Perfect for parties, holidays, or when you need an impressive treat that feels homemade but is surprisingly easy to assemble. Serve chilled for the best texture.
Ingredients
  • 4 ounce Plain or Milk Chocolate
  • 4 ounce White Chocolate
  • 4 ounce Butter
  • 4 fl Whipping Cream
  • 2 ounce Chopped nuts
  • 4 ounce Chopped Dates
  • 8 ounce Rich Tea Biscuits
Directions
  1. 1
    Line the base of an 18cm (7-inch) loose-bottomed round cake tin or flan tin with non-stick baking parchment.
  2. 2
    Break the plain or milk chocolate into small pieces and place in a heatproof bowl.
  3. 3
    Break the white chocolate into small pieces and place in a separate heatproof bowl.
  4. 4
    Cut the butter into 8 small pieces, adding 4 pieces to each bowl of chocolate.
  5. 5
    Place both bowls over pans of simmering hot water, ensuring the bottoms do not touch the water.
  6. 6
    Stir occasionally until the chocolate and butter are completely melted and smooth.
  7. 7
    Remove the bowls from the heat and set them on a work surface to cool slightly.
  8. 8
    Coarsely crush the Rich Tea biscuits in a bag or food processor.
  9. 9
    Divide the chopped nuts, chopped dates, and crushed biscuits evenly between the two chocolate mixtures.
  10. 10
    Stir the cream into each mixture until well combined and smooth.
  11. 11
    Spoon the darker chocolate mixture into the prepared tin and spread it level with the back of a spoon, pressing down into the corners.
  12. 12
    Spoon the white chocolate mixture over the top layer and spread it out evenly.
  13. 13
    Cover the tin with foil or cling film and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely set.
  14. 14
    Remove from the tin by running a knife around the edge and lifting with the parchment, then cut into slices to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 3259.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 240.9g371%
Saturated Fat 125.5g628%
Cholesterol 515.0mg172%
Sodium 883.0mg37%
Total Carbohydrate 202.4g68%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g57%
Sugars 177.9g
Protein 83.7g168%

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

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