Milk Bar (Homemade Chocolate)

Name: Milk Bar (Homemade Chocolate) - Andra L.
Ingredients: 500 g powdered milk; 100 g cocoa; 300 g roasted nuts (can be mixed with other dried fruits but the quantity remains the same); 700 g sugar; 180 ml water; 250 g butter.

Desert - Milk Bar (Homemade Chocolate) by Andra L. - Recipia

To prepare a delicious cocoa and walnut cake, the first step is to ensure we have all the ingredients at hand. You will need water, sugar, cocoa, walnuts (you can opt for plain walnuts or add dried fruits such as raisins or apricots), butter, and milk powder. These ingredients combine harmoniously to create a dessert with a rich texture and intense flavor. We start by boiling the water in a pot, adding the sugar. It is important to stir occasionally to ensure that the sugar dissolves completely. We let the mixture boil over medium heat until we obtain a semi-thick syrup, which will take a few minutes. The syrup's consistency should be slightly thicker, but not excessively viscous. This syrup will form the base of our cake. Once we have obtained the desired syrup, we add the cocoa and walnuts to the mixture. If you choose to use dried fruits, now is the ideal time to add them, as they will provide a juicy note and a pleasant contrast to the crunchy texture of the walnuts. We mix well to integrate all the ingredients, ensuring that the cocoa is evenly distributed. The next step is to add the butter. We continue to keep the mixture on the heat, stirring constantly until the butter is completely melted. It is essential not to let the mixture boil too much after adding the butter, so as not to alter the final taste of the cake. Once the butter is fully incorporated, we take the pot off the heat and prepare to add the milk powder. Now, it is crucial to quickly mix the milk powder into the warm mixture, being careful not to leave any lumps. Use a spatula or a whisk to ensure everything combines perfectly, and the consistency becomes homogeneous. If you notice that the mixture is too thick, you can add a little water to adjust the consistency. After mixing well, we pour the composition into a heat-resistant tray that we previously greased with oil to prevent sticking. It is important to distribute the composition evenly in the tray so that the cake bakes evenly. Once we are done, we cover the tray with plastic wrap and put it in the refrigerator for a few hours. This will allow the cake to set and acquire a pleasant texture. After it has been in the refrigerator, the cake is ready to be taken out and cut into portions. You can serve each slice plain or with a drizzle of whipped cream for added flavor. This cocoa and walnut cake is ideal for any occasion, being easy to prepare and extremely tasty. Enjoy your meal!

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500 g powdered milk
100 g cocoa
300 g roasted nuts (can be mixed with other dried fruits but the quantity remains the same)
700 g sugar
180 ml water
250 g butter.

Milk Bar (Homemade Chocolate)

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