Sugar-free dessert!
In today’s health-conscious world, finding delicious desserts that are both sugar-free and low in calories can be a challenge. However, with the right ingredients and techniques, it’s possible to enjoy guilt-free treats without compromising on taste. This article explores how to create a delectable sugar-free, low-calorie chocolate dessert using simple ingredients like coconut milk and cocoa powder.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Agar Agar or Gelatin | 7 g, hydrated in 60 ml water |
| Coconut Milk | 400 ml |
| Water | 120 ml |
| Unsweetened Cocoa Powder | 50 g |
Instructions:
- Hydrate the Agar Agar or Gelatin:
- In a small bowl, mix 7 g of Agar Agar or unflavored gelatin with 60 ml of water.
- Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to hydrate and soften.
- Prepare the Coconut Milk Mixture:
- In a medium saucepan, combine 400 ml of coconut milk with 120 ml of water.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it becomes warm (do not boil).
- Add 50 g of unsweetened cocoa powder to the mixture.
- Whisk continuously until the cocoa powder dissolves completely and the mixture becomes smooth.
- Combine with Agar Agar or Gelatin:
- Once the coconut milk mixture is warm, add the hydrated Agar Agar or gelatin.
- Stir continuously until the Agar Agar or gelatin completely dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Pour and Set:
- Pour the mixture into silicone molds or a glass dish.
- Smooth the surface with a spatula if necessary.
- Chill to Set:
- Place the molds or dish in the refrigerator.
- Let the dessert chill for at least 2 hours, or until it sets and becomes firm.
- Unmold and Serve:
- Once set, carefully remove the dessert from the molds.
- If using a glass dish, cut the dessert into squares or desired shapes.
- Enjoy:
- Serve the sugar-free, low-calorie chocolate dessert chilled.
- It’s ready to enjoy guilt-free!
