โจ Introduction
These Chocolate Custard Squares ๐ซ๐ฎ are layered with rich chocolate cake, creamy custard, and glossy ganache. A decadent dessert perfect for ftour, parties, or indulgent trays ๐ฅ.
๐ง Ingredients
๐ซ Chocolate Base
- 1 cup flour
- ยฝ cup cocoa powder
- ยพ cup sugar
- ยฝ cup oil
- ยฝ cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla
- Pinch of salt
๐ฎ Custard Layer
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- โ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- Optional: pineapple or lemon zest
๐ซ Ganache Topping
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- ยฝ cup cream
- 1 tbsp butter
๐ฉโ๐ณ Instructions
- ๐ฅ Preheat oven to 175ยฐC (350ยฐF). Grease a rectangular pan.
- ๐ฅฃ Mix chocolate base ingredients until smooth. Pour into pan and bake for 20โ25 minutes. Cool completely.
- ๐ฎ Cook custard ingredients over medium heat until thick. Pour over cooled cake and chill until set.
- ๐ซ Heat cream and butter, pour over chocolate, stir until glossy. Spread over custard layer.
- โ๏ธ Chill for 2โ4 hours. Slice into squares and serve cold.
๐ Methods
- ๐ Add crushed pineapple to custard for fruity twist.
- ๐ Use lemon zest for brightness.
- ๐ฅฅ Sprinkle coconut on top of ganache.
- ๐ง Make mini cups instead of squares.
๐ History
Inspired by layered desserts like Boston cream pie ๐บ๐ธ and Moroccan love for custard-filled sweets ๐ฒ๐ฆ, this treat blends richness and elegance.
๐ช Benefits
- ๐ซ Antioxidants from cocoa
- ๐ฅ Calcium from milk
- ๐ฅ Protein from eggs
๐จ Formation
Serve chilled with clean layers and glossy top ๐ฝ๏ธ. Ideal for ftour, dessert trays, or festive tables ๐.
โ Conclusion
Chocolate Custard Squares are creamy, rich, and satisfyingโa layered bite of indulgence ๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ฅ.
โค๏ธ Lovers
- ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Families
- ๐งโ๐ณ Dessert fans
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Celebration hosts
- ๐ Sweet tooths
- ๐ซ Chocolate lovers