Chocolate Cups with Whipped Cream
Indulge in the perfect bite-sized dessert with these decadent Chocolate Cups with Whipped Cream. Crafted from rich, velvety dark chocolate, these edible cups are filled with a cloud-like homemade whipped cream infused with vanilla, offering a delightful contrast of creamy and crunchy textures. This no-bake recipe is as fun to make as it is to eat, featuring an easy double boiler chocolate-coating technique and whipped cream that comes together in minutes. Customize each chocolate cup with elegant toppings like chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or mint leaves for a stunning presentation ideal for parties, holidays, or an extra-special treat. Ready in under an hour, these chocolate cups promise to be the star of any dessert spread and are best enjoyed fresh for maximum flavor and texture.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa)
- 240 ml Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 12 pieces Small cupcake liners
- as desired Optional toppings (e.g., chocolate shavings, fresh berries, mint leaves)
Instructions
Prepare a muffin tin and line it with 12 small cupcake liners.
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl.
Melt the chocolate using a double boiler method: fill a small saucepan with a few inches of water, bring it to a simmer, and place the bowl with chocolate on top, ensuring it doesn't touch the water. Stir until smooth and fully melted. Alternatively, melt in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth.
Using a spoon, coat the inside of each cupcake liner with a thick layer of melted chocolate, ensuring the bottom and sides are well covered. Reserve some chocolate for later use.
Place the coated liners in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to set.
After the first layer has set, add a second layer of melted chocolate to ensure the cups are sturdy. Chill the chocolate cups in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or until completely firm.
In a large mixing bowl, combine heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
Using a handheld or stand mixer, whip the mixture on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip.
Transfer the whipped cream to a piping bag fitted with a star tip for a decorative touch.
Carefully peel the liners off the hardened chocolate cups. Place the chocolate cups on a serving platter.
Pipe the whipped cream into each chocolate cup, filling them generously.
Garnish with optional toppings such as chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or mint leaves, if desired.
Serve immediately or store the filled chocolate cups in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Best enjoyed fresh!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.7 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.5 g | 497% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 85 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.4 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1468 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
