20 chocolate - the chocolate that will delight you at first bite
20 chocolate - the chocolate that will delight you at first bite
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Have you heard of the Slovenian masterpiece called 20 chocolate? It is distinguished by its Slovenian origin and its wonderful taste created by just two ingredients. Would you like to know which one? Read on.
Few people realise how important the chocolate-making process is, as even the slightest variations can have a profound effect on its taste - which is why 20 chocolates boast a very special manufacturing process. The taste of the cocoa depends on the fermentation process itself, which is one of the most important steps in chocolate production. It is important that the cocoa beans are carefully selected to preserve their many nutritional and medicinal values and their beneficial effects on mental well-being.
From cocoa bean to chocolate bar
Each 20 chocolate bars is made in Slovenia using traditional processes - preserving the original characteristics of the cocoa. The initial roasting of selected and rare cocoa beans is followed by their processing into a fine cocoa paste, to which a minimal amount of coconut sugar is added. It is the fact that it is made from just 2 ingredients that is the main feature of this aromatic chocolate.
The indulgence that it is not
Who says healthy living and chocolate sweetening don''t go together? If it''s made with high-quality, harmless ingredients that are actually good for your health, then there''s no reason to worry. Because 20 chocolate is carefully and conscientiously prepared with the highest quality cocoa beans and coconut sugar, it is definitely the right choice for those who are careful about their diet, and because it contains no animal ingredients, it is also popular with vegans. It has the added advantage of melting in the mouth more slowly than other types of chocolate, containing on average 30% less fat.
Chocoholics will be delighted to know that there are 4 flavours of this chocolate, named after the place of origin of the cocoa beans in each chocolate:
Santo Domingo Organic Chocolate
Made according to organic production criteria from high-quality organic cocoa beans from the Dominican Republic, it is free of pesticides and other harmful substances and contains a generous amount of antioxidants. It is characterised by its rich chocolate aroma, which is enhanced by a light banana and guava flavour.
Ecuador Dark Chocolate
As the name suggests, it is made from Arriba Nacional cocoa beans from the tropical lowlands of the Pacific coast of Ecuador. It is characterised by its rich floral and chocolate aromas, which beautifully round off the final chocolate flavour, which is particularly pronounced with a cup of fragrant coffee.
Cuba Dark Chocolate
The cocoa beans from which it is made come from the Caribbean islands in the Baracoa region of Cuba. As befits this region, the chocolate has a wonderful aroma with notes of dry wood, roasted hazelnuts and a hint of tobacco. How unusual, but at the same time very tempting!
Nicaragua Dark Chocolate
Made from cocoa beans from the tropical forests of the northern hills of Nicaragua. It is characterised by a distinct chocolate aroma, which is enhanced by a light fruity berry note.
For those of you who prefer spreads, you can enjoy the unique 20 chocolate hazelnut spread, also exclusively Slovenian. It consists of 3 top quality ingredients - 60% hazelnuts, organic cocoa beans and organic coconut sugar. Also suitable for vegans.
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Add the vanilla paste, caster sugar, edible starch and rum to the yolks. Add 50 ml of milk and stir with a whisk until smooth and lump-free.
Put the remaining milk in a saucepan and heat it to boiling.
Mix one ladleful of the boiling milk with the egg mixture, then slowly add the egg mixture to the boiling milk, stirring with a whisk.
Cook the resulting cream over a medium-high heat, stirring constantly, for another 5 to 7 minutes, until it thickens.
Stir the coarse coconut flour into the cream. Adjust the quantity to your taste.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Cover it with transparent cling film, right up to the custard, to prevent a crust from forming on the custard.
Place it in the fridge for about 5 hours to cool completely and firm up.
Whip the cooled cream with an electric hand mixer until smooth, then fold in the whipped cream with a spatula. Adjust the quantity depending on how compact you want the cream.
Pipe the sponge cake or biscuits on the bottom of the glasses and pipe the cream on top. Garnish the Raffaello in the glass with coconut and a Raffaello ball.
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Mix the graham crackers and almonds into the crumbs. Sift into a medium bowl and mix the sugar and melted butter until combined. Press firmly on the base and up the sides of the pie pan. Pre-bake for 8 minutes. Leave the oven on.
Prepare the filling: whisk the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice and egg yolks. Pour the prepared lemon cream into the warm cookie crust. Bake the pie for 18-21 minutes or until it is *loosely* puffed in the centre. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cool, cover and chill in the fridge for at least one more minute. Decorate as desired.