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Mayan Chocolate Cream

Irresistibly Creamy Mayan Chocolate Cream for Cozy Evenings

This Mayan Chocolate Cream is a rich blend of chocolate, cinnamon, and cayenne for a unique dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Use unsalted if preferred
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for depth
  • 8 oz Unsweetened Baking Chocolate Substitute with cocoa powder and oil if needed
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results
  • 4 whole Whole Eggs Consider pasteurized for safety
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Reduce by half for milder flavor
  • 1/4 tsp Dried Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste for spice
Crust Ingredients
  • 1 pie Prepared Cinnamon Graham Crust or Chocolate Crumb Crust Use gluten-free cookies for a gluten-free option
Topping Ingredients
  • 1 cup Chocolate Ganache Optional but recommended for extra richness

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • microwave
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Melt the unsweetened baking chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30 to 50-second bursts until smooth.
  2. Cream the softened salted butter and granulated sugar in a stand mixer for 10 to 12 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the melted chocolate to the butter-sugar mixture and beat on medium speed for 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Incorporate the whole eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly before adding the next, for 3 to 4 minutes.
  5. Mix in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper until fully combined.
  6. Spread the filling into the prepared crust and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours.
  7. Drizzle with chocolate ganache and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Best served chilled or slightly warmed.

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