Chocolate Mint Crispy Balls
10 servings
250 minutes
Chocolate-mint crispy balls are a refined dessert that combines the rich flavor of dark chocolate with refreshing hints of mint. Their texture is surprising: a crispy shell reveals a tender and soft heart filled with caramel and chocolate tones. This dessert draws inspiration from European cuisine, where the combination of chocolate and mint has long captivated gourmets. During preparation, the dough is chilled, enhancing its aroma, while baking at low temperatures retains internal moisture. These balls are perfect for cozy tea gatherings as well as festive treats, delighting not only in taste but also in aesthetics — a light caramel crumble and powdered sugar turn them into small works of art.
1
In a pot, mix dark chocolate, butter, and bitter chocolate. Heat on low until the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in crushed caramel and 6.5 tablespoons of sugar.
- Dark chocolate: 230 g
- Butter: 120 g
- Dark chocolate: 40 g
- Red and White Mint Caramel: 0.5 glass
- Sugar: 6.5 tablespoons
2
Cool the mixture to a warm state, stirring constantly for about 30 minutes. Beat the eggs into the chocolate mass, then add vanilla and mint extract. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt, and incorporate the mixture into the chocolate mass. Cover and refrigerate the dough for 3 hours or overnight.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
- Mint extract: 1 teaspoon
- Wheat flour: 1.5 glass
- Baking powder: 0.8 teaspoon
- Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
3
Preheat the oven to 160 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment. Take 1 tablespoon of dough, roll into balls, and place on the baking sheet. Bake for about 11 minutes, until the pastries crack on the outside but remain soft inside. Leave on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, press a small amount of crushed caramel on top, and dust with powder. Transfer to a plate and cool.
- Red and White Mint Caramel: 0.5 glass