Black Forest Lucky Cat Recipe
dark chocolate, umeboshi cherry, crème fraiche
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Ingredients
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For the Chocolate Base
For the Cherry Topping
For the Crème Fraîche
Method
Prepare the Chocolate Base
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy. Add the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- 3
Combine Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- 4
Bake the Base
Pour the batter into a greased and lined baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
Prepare the Cherry Topping
- 5
Cook the Cherries
In a small saucepan, combine umeboshi cherries, honey, and water. Simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes until the cherries soften and the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool.
Prepare the Crème Fraîche
- 6
Assemble the Dessert
- 7
Serve
Cut the cooled chocolate base into squares. Top each square with a spoonful of the cherry topping and a dollop of crème fraîche. Enjoy your Black Forest Lucky Cat!
