Description
A dazzling dessert featuring a rich dark chocolate shell filled with silky coconut cream, capturing the essence of family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 teaspoons gelatin (or agar-agar for a vegetarian option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Shell: Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler over low heat. Stir until smooth, then cool slightly and brush inside silicone dome molds. Let set in the fridge.
- Make the Coconut Filling: Combine coconut cream and powdered sugar. Add vanilla extract and mix until creamy. If using gelatin, dissolve in warm water and fold into the filling.
- Assemble the Domes: Fill chocolate shells with the coconut mixture. Seal the tops with melted chocolate and return to the fridge.
- Unmold and Serve: Remove the domes from the molds after chilling. Garnish with toasted coconut or chocolate sauce.
Notes
For a different flavor, semi-sweet chocolate can be used instead of dark chocolate. Additionally, unsweetened coconut can be a lower sugar option.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dome
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chocolate, coconut, dessert, sweet, family recipe, indulgence