Super Easy “Pave” Chocolate: Luxurious Homemade Chocolate with Sweetened Condensed Milk
Valentine’s Day Special: Make Rich and Smooth Pave Chocolate Easily at Home
The Valentine’s Day is just around the corner on February 14th! Want to gift your loved ones something special made with your own hands? Here’s a foolproof recipe for Pave chocolate that melts in your mouth, made with just sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder. Elevate your gift-giving with this luxurious homemade treat!
Basic Ingredients- 100g sweetened condensed milk
- 50g cocoa powder
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start making super simple Pave chocolate! The only ingredients you’ll need are sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder. You can create an astonishingly delicious chocolate with these few ingredients.
Step 2
Prepare the sweetened condensed milk for easy mixing. Let it sit at room temperature for a while to remove the chill, or microwave it for about 30 seconds. This makes it smoother and easier to incorporate.
Step 3
Combine the prepared sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder in a bowl. It’s best to sift the cocoa powder through a sieve to ensure a smooth chocolate mixture without lumps.
Step 4
Don’t add all the cocoa powder at once! Gradually add small amounts, mixing after each addition. Repeating this process will prevent the mixture from becoming too thick or lumpy and ensure even blending. Adjust the consistency as needed.
Step 5
Once no more cocoa powder is visible and the mixture has thickened to a rich chocolate color, spread it onto parchment paper or plastic wrap. Roll it up tightly, similar to how you would roll a sushi mat (kimbap). Roll it carefully to maintain its shape.
Step 6
After rolling, place the chocolate log in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or in the freezer for about 30 minutes, until firm. This chilling step is crucial for easy slicing later on.
Step 7
Take the chilled chocolate log out and cut it into bite-sized pieces (about 1.5-2 cm). Then, gently shape each piece into a round or square form using your hands. Work quickly to prevent the chocolate from melting due to the warmth of your hands.
Step 8
Now, coat the shaped chocolates as desired. A basic coating is to roll them in cocoa powder for an intense chocolate flavor. If you’re using the optional green tea powder or powdered sugar, coat the chocolates evenly in these powders just like you would with cocoa powder.
Step 9
A small tip: powdered sugar might not adhere as well to the chocolate surface compared to cocoa or green tea powder. If using powdered sugar, you might want to apply a very thin layer or use it in combination with other coatings.
Step 10
Arrange the finished Pave chocolates attractively on a serving plate. For an extra touch, you can use a sieve to lightly dust more of the coating powder over the chocolates, making them look even more appealing, almost like they came from a professional patisserie.
Step 11
These delicious Pave chocolates pair wonderfully with wine. You can mix and match the coating powders (cocoa, green tea, powdered sugar) for a beautiful presentation, or sprinkle them artfully on the plate. Enjoy your sweet moments with these specially homemade chocolates!
