Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
- 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
- 1/2 cup chopped dried figs
- 1/2 cup chopped dates
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, combine honey, sugar, water, vegetable oil, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
2. Reduce heat to low and add flour, one cup at a time, stirring constantly until a dough forms.
3. Remove from heat and add chopped nuts, dried fruit, and chocolate chips. Mix well.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F.
5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. Using wet hands, form small balls of dough (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Remove from oven and let cool completely before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
5. Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
Makes about 24-30 chocolate teiglach
Nutritional information:
Calories: 220
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 3g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 70mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any combination of nuts and dried fruit you like.
- You can use dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate chips.
Variations:
- You can add orange zest or lemon zest for a citrusy flavor.
- You can add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for a spicier flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Wet your hands before forming the dough to prevent sticking.
- Store the chocolate teiglach in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Storage instructions:
Store the chocolate teiglach in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
You can reheat the chocolate teiglach in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes or until warm.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the chocolate teiglach on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
You can garnish the chocolate teiglach with chopped nuts or dried fruit.
Pairings:
Serve the chocolate teiglach with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
The chocolate teiglach can be served as a dessert on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more water.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to store the chocolate teiglach in an airtight container to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
Teiglach is a traditional Jewish dessert made from boiled dough balls that are coated in honey syrup. Chocolate teiglach is a modern twist on this classic dessert.
Flavor profiles:
The chocolate teiglach has a sweet and nutty flavor with a hint of cinnamon and ginger.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the chocolate teiglach as a sweet treat after a meal or as a snack.
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Region: Jewish
Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Chewy, Chocolatey