Introduction:
Desserts are enjoyed by everyone including this creamy dessert, and the good news is – it is quite simple to prepare! All that is required is a handful of ingredients and a blender and you will have a delicious dessert which will be gone in a matter of seconds. Whether you are planning on inviting some people over for dinner, need a fast dessert for the family or just want for yourself, this recipe is the solution. Every bite is satisfying with the decadent frozen mousse, crushed bits of chocolate with other varying optional nuts to balance out the silken structures of this dessert.
What a charm of this dessert is that it only improves because it is also practical: it can be prepared in advance and refrigerated. Feel free to enhance the dish by introducing various toppings to it to suit your unique taste such as fruit, nuts or whipped cream to make it an all-season dessert.
This is a no-bake, simple and quick to blend recipe. It is so just right to serve the beginner cooks and an expert chef if in any case they wish to prepare something simple yet elegant. After less than 10 minutes of preparation, and a little while of waiting for it to cool, there will be a dessert that looks like it took hours to make. This cream should be served in individual glasses or bowls for elegance and style, or family style in one big bowl, whatever. Rest assured, this rich custard is going to be a favourite!
And the balance between cream, condensed milk, soft and dense chocolate, and those crispy nuts hits the mark very well, making it possible to truly relish every spoonful. A must-try for any occasion and sure to suit any taste.
Ingredients:
For the filling, you will need:
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 cup cream cheese softened
1/2 Cup chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips
1/4 Cup chopped nuts (optional: almonds, walnuts)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
pinch of salt
Instructions:
Blend the Creamy Base: In a blender, add in heavy cream, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla essence and salt. Blend till the mixture is smooth and airy, this will take about 1-2 minutes.
Texture: Add the remainder of the cut chocolate and chopped nuts, folding in with the spatula in soft movement. This will add little crunchiness and sweetness to the cream coating.
Portion out the Dessert: Transfer the creamy mixture into small glasses or bowls. Try all the portions to be the same and with the gentle tapping of the glasses, dispel any remaining air bubbles.
Chill: After filling the cups, it is necessary to refrigerate them for about 2 hours or till the dessert is set properly. If you don’t have time, you can put it in the refrigerator overnight.
Serve: After chilling, the dessert can be served as it is or some additional grated chocolate or nuts can be sprinkled on top right before serving.
Hints for Success:
Use room temperature so that it will be easily mixed with other ingredients with a smooth texture in the end.
Chill thoroughly for the best consistency. If time is not on your side, you can place the cups in the freezer for a period of 20-30 minutes and after that move them to the fridge.
For a healthy version, do not use heavy cream instead use whipped topping.
Health Benefits:
Cocoa powder of the chocolate has the antioxidant properties that will help in further improving the health of the heart.
Nuts (if used) supply healthy fat and protein which increases the nutritional value.
Cream cheese and milk which are the dairy ingredients help in providing calcium which benefits the bones.
Nutritional Information: (by portion due to 6 servings)
Calories: 350 kcal
Total Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 6g
Sugars: 22g
Variations and Substitutions:
In order to make it more fruity, you may use fresh berries or dried fruits like raisins or cranberries instead of adding chocolate chips.
To it’s taste please add 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder to the base mixture for a more intense flavor.
In place of the non-vegan ingredients you can use coconut cream, dairy-free cream cheese, and sweet coconut condensed milk.
Any chocolate and the add-ins if there are any should be gluten-free as well as the dessert for those who desire a gluten-free version.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q: Is it possible to prepare the dessert in advance?
A: Yes, if necessary, this dessert may be prepared no more than 24 hours before service. Just make sure that it is kept cold until serving.
Q: Can I place this dessert in the freezer?
A: Yes, you are able to freeze it, but just make sure that you thaw it just enough before serving it in order to have a good creamy mouth feel.
Q: What other options are there for cream cheese?
A: If you want to have a smoother texture, use buttery mascarpone or if you want a light version you can use Greek yogurt.
Conclusion:
This uncomplicated, luscious dessert is a wonderful balance between indulgence and time efficiency. So having said that, you are guaranteed to whip out a decadent dessert within short time and with little ingredients at all. You can serve this at dinner parties or have it during the week as a home indulgence. It’s simple, quick, always a crowd pleaser!
