Chocolate-cherry dessert with wafers for Valentine's Day
12 servings
30 minutes
Chocolate-cherry dessert with wafers for Valentine's Day is the embodiment of romance in cooking. The delicate combination of chocolate and cherry creates a harmony of flavors: the sweetness of dark chocolate is complemented by the light tartness of cherry ice cream. Brandy adds an exquisite depth to the dessert, while wafers provide textural contrast, making each bite unforgettable. This dessert is perfect for a cozy evening for two when you want to delight your loved one with something special. It not only surprises with its taste but also becomes a symbol of warm feelings, as the process of making it is an art that requires patience and love. When served with warm chocolate sauce, all flavor notes are revealed particularly vividly, creating the perfect ending to a romantic dinner.
1
In a pot, mix chocolate sauce, chocolate chips, and water. Place on low heat until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and add brandy. Cool down.
- Chocolate sauce: 450 g
- Chocolate chips: 340 g
- Water: 3 tablespoons
- Brandy: 0.3 glass
2
Line a deep round bowl with a diameter of 25 cm with film. Spread cherry ice cream on the bottom and edges, leaving 2 cm of clean edge at the top. Create a 15 cm deep indentation in the center. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes. Fill the indentation with chocolate ice cream and smooth it out. Layer wafers on top and press lightly. Pour about 1 cup of chocolate sauce over the wafers and add another layer of remaining wafers. Cover everything with film and place in the freezer overnight.
- Cherry ice cream: 1.7 l
- Chocolate ice cream: 850 g
- Chocolate wafers: 260 g
- Chocolate sauce: 450 g
3
Gently heat the remaining sauce over low heat, stirring constantly. Turn the dessert onto a plate, remove the film, cut into segments, and serve with the sauce.
- Chocolate sauce: 450 g