Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup jaggery, grated
- 1/2 cup grated coconut
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup ghee or coconut oil
- 1/4 cup chopped cashews
- 1/4 cup raisins
Special Equipment Needed:
- Appam pan or paniyaram pan
- Wooden skewer or toothpick
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, grated jaggery, grated coconut, cocoa powder, baking soda, cardamom powder, and salt. Mix well.
2. Gradually add water to the mixture and mix until it forms a smooth batter. Add more water if needed.
3. Heat the appam pan on medium heat and add ghee or coconut oil to each cavity.
4. Once the oil is hot, add a spoonful of batter to each cavity, filling it up to 3/4th of the cavity.
5. Add a few chopped cashews and raisins on top of the batter.
6. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the bottom of the appam turns golden brown.
7. Using a wooden skewer or toothpick, flip the appam to the other side and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until it turns golden brown.
8. Remove the appam from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter.
9. Serve the chocolate unni appam warm.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- Makes 12-15 appams
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Jaggery can be substituted with brown sugar or honey.
- Rice flour can be substituted with wheat flour or all-purpose flour.
- Grated coconut can be substituted with desiccated coconut.
Variations:
- Instead of cocoa powder, you can use grated dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- You can add mashed bananas to the batter for a banana-chocolate flavor.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the appam pan is well-greased before adding the batter.
- Do not overfill the appam cavities as it will cause the batter to spill over.
- You can add more or less jaggery depending on your preference for sweetness.
- Adding a pinch of baking soda helps to make the appam soft and fluffy.
Storage Instructions:
- Store the chocolate unni appam in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheating Instructions:
- Reheat the appam in a microwave or on a pan for a few seconds before serving.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the chocolate unni appam on a plate or in a bowl.
- Dust some cocoa powder or powdered sugar on top for a decorative touch.
Garnishes:
- Chopped nuts or chocolate chips can be used as a garnish.
Pairings:
- Serve the chocolate unni appam with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- This dish can be served as a dessert or snack on its own.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the batter is too thick, add more water to make it thinner.
- If the appam is sticking to the pan, add more oil to the cavities.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to cook the appam thoroughly before serving.
Food History:
- Unni appam is a traditional South Indian snack made during festivals and special occasions.
Flavor Profiles:
- The chocolate unni appam has a sweet and chocolaty flavor with a hint of cardamom.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the chocolate unni appam warm for the best taste.
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Region: Indian
Taste: Sweet, Chocolatey, Rich, Moist, Nutty