Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups glutinous rice flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate truffle filling
Special Equipment Needed:
- Mooncake moulds
- Rolling pin
- Baking tray
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. Slowly add the hot water and melted butter to the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
4. Flatten each ball and place 1 teaspoon of the dark chocolate truffle filling in the center.
5. Gently fold the edges of the dough over the filling and shape into a ball.
6. Place the balls into the mooncake moulds and press down lightly to form the mooncake shape.
7. Place the mooncakes onto a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes.
8. Allow the mooncakes to cool before serving.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Temperature: 350°F (175°C)
Serving Size: 12 mooncakes
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 200 kcal
Fat: 10 g
Carbohydrates: 24 g
Protein: 3 g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Glutinous rice flour: can be substituted with all-purpose flour
- Cocoa powder: can be substituted with unsweetened cocoa powder
- Sugar: can be substituted with coconut sugar or brown sugar
- Dark chocolate truffle filling: can be substituted with any other type of chocolate filling
Variations:
- Can add chopped nuts or dried fruits to the filling for extra flavor
- Can use different types of chocolate for the filling
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to use hot water when making the dough, as this will help the dough to be more pliable and easier to shape.
- Use a rolling pin to flatten the dough balls before adding the filling.
- Make sure to press down lightly when placing the dough into the mooncake moulds, as this will help the mooncakes to hold their shape.
Storage Instructions:
Store the mooncakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the mooncakes in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve the mooncakes on a platter with fresh berries and a drizzle of melted chocolate.
Garnishes:
Garnish the mooncakes with fresh berries and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Pairings:
Pair the mooncakes with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve the mooncakes with a side of fresh fruit or a green salad.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a few tablespoons of hot water and mix until a soft dough forms.
- If the dough is too wet, add a few tablespoons of glutinous rice flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
Food Safety Advice:
Make sure to store the mooncakes in the refrigerator and consume within 5 days.
Food History:
Mooncakes are a traditional Chinese dessert that are usually eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Flavor Profiles:
The mooncakes have a rich and indulgent flavor from the dark chocolate truffle filling and a slightly sweet and chewy texture from the glutinous rice flour.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the mooncakes as a dessert or as a snack.
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Region: Chinese
Taste: Rich, Chocolatey, Sweet, Creamy, Decadent