Just days before Christmas, families and friends seize the chance to come together. It is common to gather for lunch or dinner, and many people like to show off their culinary skills with impressive recipes.
Surely you’re already thinking about the menu for one of the holiday gatherings, and you may have ideas for starters or a main course. For dessert, you might want something simple and classic, like a tray of nougat or almonds with butter. To end a sweet meal with a pleasant surprise, here are desserts that are sure to delight guests without taking much time to prepare.
Below are three dessert recipes to wow your guests:
Chocolate Mousse
Chocolate mousse. HANDCUFF
Contents
- 250 grams of dark or milk chocolate
- 100 grams of butter
- 4 eggs
- 100 grams of sugar
- 200 milliliters liquid whipped cream
detailing
Start by melting the chocolate with butter in a double boiler. It can also be melted in the microwave in short bursts of 20 to 30 seconds, stirring until smooth. Let the chocolate cool slightly while the cream is whipped and kept cold in the fridge.
Separate the whites from the yolks. Add the yolks to the chocolate and butter when they’ve reached room temperature. Beat the whites with the sugar until they form a stiff, merengue-like texture. Fold this mixture into the chocolate gradually using gentle, folding motions. Then incorporate the whipped cream in the same careful way. Divide the mixture into small serving cups, refrigerate until firm, and serve chilled.
Chocolate Rocks
Chocolate Rocks. HANDCUFF
Contents
- Melting chocolate, either dark, milk, or white
- Nuts such as almonds, pistachios, or peanuts, or puffed cereals
detailing
Chocolate can be melted in a double boiler or in the microwave in short intervals. Prepare the filling by chopping nuts or dried fruits and mixing with cereals or puffed rice to taste. Combine with the melted chocolate, then allow the mixture to cool slightly so it is not too hot. Drop small portions onto parchment paper and refrigerate until firm. Once cooled, break them into pieces and enjoy these little chocolate rocks.
Apple Puff Pastry Cake
Apple-pie. HANDCUFF
Contents
- 1 puff pastry
- 2 golden apples
- Butter
- Sugar and cinnamon to taste
detailing
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Roll the dough on a baking sheet and brush it with melted butter. Wash and slice the apples very thin, then arrange them over the pastry. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon before baking. Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender. The result is a warm, fragrant apple puff pastry cake that guests will happily finish with a smile.