Chilli Chocolate Strudel
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite recipes to make when I want something that feels indulgent but comes together surprisingly fast. The combination of rich dark chocolate and spicy chilli might sound unusual, but trust me, it's absolutely magical. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel a little virtuous while enjoying this treat. What I love most is that the whole thing, from prep to table, takes less than an hour, making it perfect for unexpected guests or when you're craving something special without spending all day in the kitchen. The warm cinnamon and crunchy walnuts add such wonderful texture and depth to every bite.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gall-purpose flour
- 250 gunsalted butter
- 200 gconfectioner's sugar
- 400 gdark chocolate chips
- 100 gchilli flakes(add a touch of heat)
- 100 gcocoa powder
- 2 eggeggs
- 150 gsugar
- 25 gcinnamon
- 100 mlalmond milk
- 100 mlplain greek yoghurt
- 50 mlunsalted butter, melted
- 100 gwalnuts
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and cinnamon. Set aside.
Tip: Use a whisk to ensure well-combination.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and confectioner's sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Scrape down the sides to ensure everything is well-mixed.
- 4
Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Let cool slightly before proceeding.
- 5
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the sugar and chilli flakes.
Tip: Don't overmix!
- 6
Pour the chocolate mixture into the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix!
- 7
Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking sheet. Smooth the top.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 9
While the pastry is baking, prepare the streusel topping by mixing the melted butter, confectioner's sugar, and cinnamon.
Tip: Use a pastry blender or your fingers to work the butter into the dry ingredients.
- 10
Sprinkle the streusel topping over the warm pastry and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- 11
Allow the pastry to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Tip: Serve warm or at room temperature.
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