Diet chocolate pavê is a delicious dessert that is perfect for those who want to indulge without compromising their diet. Made with special ingredients, such as dark chocolate and natural sweeteners, this pavê maintains the intense flavor of chocolate, but without adding refined sugar. Ideal for special occasions, it is creamy, tasty and will win over all palates.
We will teach you a simple and practical recipe for diet chocolate pavé, so that you can prepare this irresistible sweet with ease.
Ingredients:
For the chocolate cream:
- 200 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa or more, unsweetened)
- 1 1/2 cups skim milk or plant-based milk (almond, soy, etc.)
- 1 tablespoon of culinary sweetener (erythritol, stevia or xylitol, depending on your preference)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 egg yolks (optional, for a firmer, richer cream)
For assembly:
- 1 packet of diet cornstarch biscuits (sugar free)
- 1/2 cup strong coffee or milk (to moisten the cookies)
- Chocolate powder or chocolate shavings for decoration (optional)
Directions:
1. Prepare the chocolate cream:
- In a saucepan, heat the milk (skimmed or vegetable) over medium heat until it is very hot, but not boiling.
- Meanwhile, melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until completely melted.
- Dissolve the cornstarch in a little cold milk and add it to the pan with the hot milk. Stir well until the milk begins to thicken.
- When the milk is thicker, add the melted chocolate and continue stirring until a smooth, homogeneous cream forms.
- If using egg yolks, beat them lightly with a fork and add to the custard, stirring quickly to prevent the yolks from cooking. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, until the custard is thick and glossy.
- Add the culinary sweetener and vanilla essence (if using). Stir well until the cream is smooth and lump-free.
- Remove the cream from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.
2. Prepare the cookies:
- In a shallow bowl, pour strong coffee or milk to moisten the diet cornstarch cookies. Quickly dip the cookies into the coffee or milk mixture (don't let the cookies soak for too long or they will become soggy).
- Line the bottom of a baking dish (or individual cups, if you prefer) with a layer of moistened biscuits.
3. Assemble the trifle:
- On top of the biscuit layer, place a generous layer of the prepared chocolate cream.
- Repeat the process, alternating layers of moistened cookies and layers of chocolate cream, until the entire dish or individual glasses are filled.
- Finish with a layer of chocolate cream.
4. Leave it in the fridge:
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the trifle is very cold and firm.
5. Garnish and serve:
- Before serving, decorate the pavé with chocolate powder, dark chocolate shavings or even red fruits, such as strawberries or raspberries, to give it a special touch.
- Serve very cold and enjoy the creaminess and intense flavor of chocolate without the guilt!
Tips for customizing the recipe:
- Variety of chocolate: If you prefer, you can use diet milk chocolate, but dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher) provides a richer, less sweet flavor, ideal for those avoiding sugar.
- Alternative cookies: If you can't find diet cornstarch cookies, you can replace them with sugar-free wholemeal cookies or even diet chocolate cookies to further intensify the flavor.
- Milk cream: If you want a creamier pavê, add a little light cream or diet condensed milk to the chocolate cream mixture.
- Additional touches: For a touch of texture, you can add chopped walnuts or almonds between the layers of chocolate cream.
Benefits of this dessert:
- Low in sugar: By using natural sweeteners like stevia or erythritol, you can enjoy a tasty trifle without the addition of refined sugars, making it a healthier choice.
- Dark chocolate: Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants, which help fight free radicals and promote cardiovascular health.
- Lactose free option: This recipe can be easily adapted for those who are lactose intolerant, using plant-based milk and dairy-free dark chocolate.
