BRANDY ALEXANDER SLICE

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Haven't tried it, but it looks very pretty in the picture. A chocolate cookie crumb base, topped with a dark chocolate/ricotta cheese/liqueur layer. This can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Time does not include refrigerating it overnight before cutting it into bars and serving.

Provided by Annisette

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 3/4 ounces unsalted butter, chopped
2 ounces dark cooking chocolate, chopped
8 ounces chocolate cookies, crushed
10 ounces ricotta cheese
1/4 cup cream
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 cup milk chocolate, grated
1 tablespoon brandy
1 tablespoon Creme de Cacao or 1 tablespoon Tia Maria
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 ounces dark chocolate melts

Steps:

  • Lightly grease a shallow 12x8 inch baking pan. Line the pan with parchment paper.
  • Place butter and chocolate in a small heatproof bowl. Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water. Stir until chocolate is melted and mixure is smooth. Remove from the heat.
  • Place chocolate cookie crumbs in a small bowl. Using a flat-blade knife, mix the melted chocolate mixture into the cookie crumbs.
  • Press the mixture into the bottom of the baking pan. Set aside.
  • In a small mixing bowl, beat the cheese, cream, and sugar on medium speed for 3 minutes, or until mixture is light and creamy. Add the chocolate, brandy and liqueur and beat until combined.
  • Spread the cheese mixture over the cookie crumb base. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
  • Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
  • Cut into 12 bars before serving.
  • Place the chocolate melts in a small heatproof bowl. Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water until the chocolate is melted.
  • Place the chocolate in a piping bag (for icing) and pipe a design on the top of each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.4, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 34, Sodium 139.5, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 13.1, Protein 5.3

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