Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup pink candy melts
- 1/4 cup black licorice laces
Special equipment needed:
- Piping bag
- Parchment paper
- Toothpicks
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a double boiler, melt the white chocolate chips until smooth.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
3. Add the powdered sugar mixture to the melted white chocolate and stir until fully combined.
4. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag and pipe out small mouse shapes onto a sheet of parchment paper.
5. Press two sliced almonds into each mouse shape to create ears.
6. Use mini chocolate chips to create eyes and a pink candy melt to create a nose.
7. Cut the black licorice laces into small pieces and use them to create tails for the mice.
8. Chill the mice in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set.
9. Serve and enjoy!
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Chilling time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Refrigerator temperature
Serving size:
Makes approximately 12 mice
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 150
Total fat: 9g
Saturated fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 15mg
Total carbohydrates: 17g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugars: 15g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- White chocolate chips can be substituted with milk or dark chocolate chips.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half or whole milk.
- Sliced almonds can be substituted with chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Pink candy melts can be substituted with red or white candy melts.
- Black licorice laces can be substituted with chocolate licorice or black shoestring licorice.
Variations:
- Add a drop of food coloring to the white chocolate mixture to create different colored mice.
- Use different types of nuts or candy for the ears and nose.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt to the white chocolate mixture for a sweet and salty flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to fully combine the powdered sugar mixture with the melted white chocolate to avoid lumps.
- Use a toothpick to help shape the mouse ears and nose.
- Chill the mice in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to ensure they are fully set.
Storage instructions:
Store the mice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
These mice are best served chilled and do not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the mice on a platter with a variety of other sweet treats for a fun and festive dessert display.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle powdered sugar over the mice for a snowy effect.
Pairings:
Serve these mice with a cup of hot cocoa or a glass of milk for a sweet and satisfying treat.
Suggested side dishes:
These mice are a sweet treat and do not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the white chocolate mixture is too thick, add a splash of heavy cream to thin it out.
- If the mice are not holding their shape, chill them in the refrigerator for a longer period of time.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use clean hands and equipment when making these mice to avoid any contamination.
Food history:
Sugar mice are a traditional British Christmas treat that dates back to the Victorian era.
Flavor profiles:
These mice have a sweet and creamy white chocolate flavor with a hint of almond and vanilla.
Serving suggestions:
Serve these mice as a fun and festive dessert at holiday parties or as a sweet treat for kids.
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