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Chocolate Mendiants Recipe – Easy French Chocolate Treats

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Chocolate Mendiants are elegant French chocolate treats topped with crunchy nuts, dried cranberries, and crystallised ginger. These easy, no-bake chocolate discs are perfect for gifting, holiday celebrations, or enjoying with coffee.

Ingredients

  • 150 g plain chocolate (semi-sweet)
  • 16 almonds
  • 16 dried cranberries
  • 16 pieces crystallised ginger
  • 16 cashew nuts (or pistachios)

Instructions

  1. Line a baking tray or flat surface with parchment paper.
  2. Break the chocolate into pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl. Set the bowl over a saucepan of gently simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Stir gently with a spoon until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  3. Drop spoonfuls of melted chocolate onto the prepared parchment paper. Use the back of the spoon to spread each portion into a rough circle about 4 cm (1½ inches) in diameter, making approximately 16 discs.
  4. Immediately decorate each chocolate disc with an almond, a dried cranberry, a piece of crystallised ginger, and a cashew nut or pistachio. Press the toppings gently into the melted chocolate so they adhere.
  5. Leave the chocolate mendiants to cool and set completely at room temperature until firm.
  6. Once set, carefully peel the chocolate discs from the parchment paper and serve.

Notes

  • Use good-quality semi-sweet chocolate for the best flavour and smooth texture.
  • Substitute cashew nuts with pistachios for a colourful variation.
  • Other toppings such as dried apricots, raisins, hazelnuts, or candied orange peel can also be used.
  • Decorate the chocolate discs immediately after shaping, before the chocolate begins to set.
  • Avoid getting water or steam into the melted chocolate, as this can cause it to seize.
  • Allow the mendiants to set naturally at room temperature for the best appearance. Refrigerate briefly if your kitchen is particularly warm.
  • Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks, depending on the freshness of the toppings.
  • These chocolate treats make beautiful homemade gifts when packaged in decorative boxes or cellophane bags.

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