This Halloween recipe is as easy as it is fun, ideal for introducing fruit to little ones in a creative way. By using Stevia + Eritrytol 1:1 de Castelló, we get a delicious chocolate cream that highlights the mandarin's natural tartness without adding unnecessary sugar. It's a light dessert, not overly sweet at all, perfect for enjoying a healthy treat on these special dates.
Estimated time: 25 minutes.
Difficulty: ⭐.
Servings: 4 people.
Number of people and some extra details:
This recipe is рассчитана for 4 people. The biggest challenge is hollowing out the mandarins without breaking the peel. It is a very versatile dessert: if you prefer to drink the mandarin juice, you can substitute milk or plant-based drink in the cream, getting a sweeter and creamier texture, although the original citrus touch is what makes it special.
Ingredients
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6 mandarins.
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30g of unsweetened cocoa powder.
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20g of fine cornflour.
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1 organic egg.
Nutritional Analysis and Total Macros
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| Category | Nutrient / Component | Amount (per serving) | Benefit and Source |
| Macronutrients | Protein | 3.2g | Muscle maintenance |
| Healthy Fats | 2.8g | Balanced energy contribution | |
| Carbohydrates | 0.3g | Slow-release energy | |
| Key Minerals | Potassium | 31.5mg | Nervous system |
| Sodium | 0.0mg | Cardiovascular health | |
| Vitamins and Others | Dietary Fiber | 0.0g | Digestive wellness |
| Calories | 38.8 kcal | Light and healthy dessert |
Professional Step-by-Step Preparation
1. Preparing the mandarins:
Start by cutting off the top of the mandarins like a lid. Using a blunt knife or a spoon, carefully scoop out the pulp into a large bowl to collect all the juice. Leave the empty peels on a napkin to dry.
2. Making the cream base:
Strain the pulp, pressing with the pestle to extract the maximum amount of juice (you will need about 300ml). In a bowl, mix this mandarin juice with the egg, fine cornflour, cocoa and the Stevia + Eritrytol 1:1 de Castelló. Blend with a hand mixer until smooth and lump-free.
3. Cooking and thickening:
Microwave the mixture on full power for 3 minutes. Remove the bowl, whisk well to combine, and heat for another 2 minutes until the cream thickens.
4. Final touch and presentation:
Pour the still-warm chocolate cream into the mandarin peels. Let them cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until ready to serve. To give them a spooky touch, you can paint eyes and mouths on the peel with black food coloring or carve the features with a sharp knife before filling them.
Go ahead and make this dessert with friends or guests; it's a fantastic way to end a themed dinner with an exotic, healthy, and flavorful bite.
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