Mendiants: chocolate with dried fruits
Craving little chocolate treats topped with nuts and dried fruits? Try our mendiants! These chocolates are super easy to make and are part of the tradition of the 13 desserts of Provence enjoyed during the holiday season. Perfect for putting in small plastic bags to give edible Christmas gifts to your loved ones! Moreover, you'll find that this recipe is naturally gluten-free and can be vegan depending on the chocolate you choose (just make sure it's dairy-free). A great reason to make these mendiants that will suit all dietary preferences!
Ingredients
6
Materials
- silicone tray or parchment paper
Preparation
Melt the chocolate, and using a teaspoon, form little disks on the silicone tray or parchment paper.
Place crushed nuts, hazelnuts, and almonds on each disk. Add some Goji berries as well.
Finish by sprinkling some of your mendiants with grated coconut.
Refrigerate for about 3 hours so that the chocolate hardens well.
Remove your mendiants from the tray or parchment paper.
And there you have it, your mendiants are ready!
FAQ ❓
What are mendiants and how are they traditionally served?
Mendiants are chocolate treats topped with nuts and dried fruits, traditionally part of the 13 desserts of Provence during the holiday season.
Can I make mendiants vegan?
Yes, you can make mendiants vegan by choosing dairy-free chocolate, ensuring they fit various dietary preferences.
How long does it take to prepare mendiants?
The total preparation time for mendiants is just 30 minutes, making them a quick and easy treat to make.
What ingredients do I need for making mendiants?
You will need dark chocolate, hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds, goji berries, and grated coconut to create these delicious snacks.
Can I customize the toppings on my mendiants?
Absolutely! You can customize the toppings by using different nuts and dried fruits according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 272Kcal
- Carbo: 19.4g
- Total fat: 19g
- Saturated fat: 12.6g
- Proteins: 2.9g
- Fibers: 5.2g
- Sugar: 14.5g
- ProPoints: 7
- SmartPoints: 13
Nutritional information for 1 serving (57g)
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