Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 can condensed milk
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Special Equipment Needed:
- Blender
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Saucepan
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture becomes syrupy, about 5 minutes.
3. Pour syrup into the bottom of the cake pan and swirl to coat the bottom.
4. In a blender, combine cocoa powder, condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
5. Pour mixture into the cake pan over the syrup.
6. Cover the cake pan with aluminum foil and place it in a larger baking dish.
7. Fill the larger baking dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
8. Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from oven and let cool.
10. Once cooled, run a knife around the edges of the cake pan to loosen the quesillo.
11. Invert the quesillo onto a serving plate.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
8-10 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 300
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Cocoa powder can be substituted with melted chocolate.
- Evaporated milk can be substituted with heavy cream.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the mixture before baking.
- Use different extracts such as almond or coconut for a different flavor.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to swirl the syrup around the bottom of the cake pan to prevent sticking.
- Covering the cake pan with aluminum foil prevents water from getting into the quesillo.
- Let the quesillo cool completely before inverting it onto a serving plate.
Storage Instructions:
Store leftover quesillo in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat quesillo in the microwave for 30 seconds or in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
- Dust the top of the quesillo with cocoa powder.
- Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
- Fresh berries
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Hot chocolate
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fresh fruit
- Vanilla ice cream
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the quesillo is too runny, bake it for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- If the quesillo is too dry, reduce the baking time by 10-15 minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to use pasteurized eggs to prevent foodborne illness.
- Store leftover quesillo in the refrigerator.
Food History:
Quesillo is a traditional dessert from Venezuela. It is similar to flan but is made with condensed milk instead of cream.
Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet
- Chocolatey
- Creamy
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the chocolate quesillo as a dessert after a meal.
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Region: Nicaraguan