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Delicious pudding and fruit cups - a quick and elegant recipe

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooling time: 10 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Number of servings: 30 cups

If you are looking for a quick and tasty dessert that will impress your friends at a party or simply bring a smile to the faces of your loved ones, you have found the perfect recipe! These delicious cups with cocoa pudding and fruit from compote are not only easy to prepare but also wonderful to look at. This recipe is a tribute to classic tartlets, but with a modern twist and a little help from ready-made ingredients.

A little history: Cups, or tartlets, have been used for centuries as a base for various sweet or savory fillings. These delicacies have evolved over time, adapting to the culinary preferences of different cultures. Today, they are extremely versatile, able to be filled with all sorts of creams, fruits, or chocolate. So, let’s get to work and start preparing these mini tarts with cream!

Ingredients:

- 30 ready-made cups (you can choose between puff pastry or biscuit cups)
- 1 packet of cocoa pudding
- 500 ml milk
- 6 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- 1 packet of clear gelatin
- 1 can of tropical fruit compote (pineapple, peaches, cherries, etc.)

Step by step:

1. Preparing the pudding: In a saucepan, pour the milk and add the 6 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly to dissolve the sugar. Once the milk starts to heat up, add the packet of cocoa pudding. Continue to stir until the pudding thickens and reaches the desired consistency. This step should take about 5-7 minutes. Once done, remove the pudding from the heat and let it cool slightly.

2. Filling the cups: Using a spoon, fill each cup with a teaspoon of cocoa pudding. Make sure to fill the cups evenly to achieve a pleasant appearance. You can use a spatula to level the pudding if necessary.

3. Preparing the gelatin: In a small bowl, combine the packet of gelatin with 200 ml of the compote juice. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then heat the mixture in a double boiler or microwave, stirring constantly until the gelatin is completely dissolved. It is important not to boil, but to heat slowly.

4. Adding the fruits: Remove the fruits from the compote and drain them well. You can use fruits from the tropical compote, such as pineapple, peaches, or cherries. Place a few fruits on top of each cup filled with pudding.

5. Finalizing: Once the gelatin has cooled, carefully pour it over the fruits in the cups. This will help set the fruits and create an appealing look. Let the cups rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the gelatin to set slightly.

6. Serving: Once cooled, the cups are ready to enjoy! You can serve them as individual desserts or arrange them nicely on a platter. A nice idea would be to decorate them with some grated chocolate or fresh mint leaves for an extra splash of color.

Useful tips:

- If you prefer a gelatin-free version, you can skip this step and use only the fruits as a topping.
- The variety of fruits in the compote can be adapted according to your preferences; you can also use fresh fruits if they are in season.
- These cups are also great for a brunch, served alongside coffee or flavored tea.
- Make sure the fruits from the compote are well drained to avoid making the filling too wet.

Frequently asked questions:

1. Can I use other types of pudding?
Yes, you can experiment with vanilla or caramel puddings for different flavors.

2. Can the cups be stored?
It is best to consume them fresh. If you store them, make sure to cover them well to prevent sogginess.

3. Can I use homemade cups?
Of course, if you enjoy cooking, you can prepare the cups from puff pastry dough or crushed biscuits mixed with butter.

Nutritional benefits:

These cups are an excellent choice for a lighter dessert, as the fruits in the compote provide important vitamins and fibers in the diet. The cocoa pudding adds a delicious chocolate note, and combined with the cups, it creates a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Each cup contains approximately 80-100 calories, depending on the ingredients used.

In conclusion, the delicious pudding and fruit cups are not just a simple dessert but also an explosion of flavors and colors that will delight any table. So, don’t hesitate and prepare them as soon as possible! Enjoy your meal!