SWISS CHOCOLATE SQUARES

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Make and share this Swiss Chocolate Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Papa D 1946-2012

Categories     Dessert

Time 6h30m

Yield 30 squares

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 ounces extra dark bittersweet chocolate
6 tablespoons butter
3 egg yolks
1/4 cup sugar
1 -2 teaspoon cognac or 1 -2 teaspoon orange juice
8 ounces cream
cocoa powder, to dust

Steps:

  • Break up the chocolate. Melt it, together with the butter, in a sauce pan.
  • With a hand mixer, beat the egg yolks and sugar for at least 10 minutes until it becomes a light-colored thick mixture. Carefully fold in the liquid chocolate and butter. Flavor by adding the cognac. Beat the cream until it is stiff and fold into mixture.
  • Line a 5 inch × 5 inch mold with cling film. Pour the mixture into the mold and keep in the refrigerator for a minimum of 6 hours to set.
  • Before serving, remove from the mold. Use a wet knife dipped in hot water to cut into 1 inch square pieces. Dust with cocoa powder. It is essential to keep this dish cool until it is served.

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