Pierre Hermé has a wonderful cookbook that focuses only on chocolate desserts. These cookies Hermé are called sparklers for their sugary edges. This is a delicate cookie dough that is refrigerated, rolled, then cut into 1/2 rounds. The flavor is rich and delicious, making these cookies a great addition to a sweet table.
Chocolate Sparklers Recipes
Pierre Hermé's Chocolate Sparklers
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder Dutch-processed
- Pinch cinnammon
- Pinch salt
- 2 1/2 sticks butter unsalted, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup sugar plus 2 tablespoons
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
- Sugar for coating
Instructions
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder, cinnamon and salt together and keep close at hand.
- Place the butter in a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and beat on medium speed to soften.
- Gradually add the sugar and vanilla, and beat, scraping sides down, until smooth and creamy but not airy.
- Reduce mixer speed to low and add flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a ball, wrap each in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Working on a smooth surface, form each piece of dough into a log that is 1 1/2 inches thick and 7 1/2 inches long. Use your hand to press down the dough as you form the log to make sure it is solid. Roll gently to smooth it out.
- Wrap the logs in plastic and chill for 1-2 hours. (The dough can be stored at this point for up to 1 month.)
- Preheat the oven to 350F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk. Spread the sugar on a pice of waxed paper.
- Brush the logs very lightly with egg yolk, and roll in the sugar.
- Using a sharp slender knife, slice each log into cookies 1/2 inch thick.
- Arrange cookies on a baking sheet about an inch apart and bake for 15-18 minutes.
- Transfer cookies to a rack to cool to room temperature
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Nutrition
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How to Make Chocolate Sparklers
Recipe
If you’re in the mood for a sugary treat, try this delicious chocolate snack. These crumbly treats extinguish after a brief time or several huge bites. They’re easy to make, too, and only require melted chocolate and a few sprinkles. Once prepared, these treats can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer. Once set, they make a delicious and beautiful dessert to serve at any party.
The perfect sweet treat for bonfire night or Fireworks’ Night, chocolate sparklers are easy to make and don’t require any baking or cooking! The chocolate-covered breadsticks can be made with several different types of chocolate, or topped with sprinkles. Make them as large or small as you like and share them with friends. You can even make your own flavor combinations by combining different types of chocolate and a variety of colors.
Nutrition
The nutritional information in Chocolate Sparklers is provided to help consumers make the best choice. The information in this article is based on the most recent analysis by a commercial testing laboratory and R-TECH, using representative values. However, the nutritional content of any product varies greatly based on the ingredient ingredients and preparation methods. For this reason, we recommend calculating the nutritional value of each product to make an informed decision. Besides, the details may vary based on the freshness and season of the ingredients.
Nutritional information
This information has been calculated based on analyses conducted by R-TECH and the Commercial Testing Laboratory using representative values from manufacturers. These estimates may differ depending on the method used for preparation and ingredients’ origins and freshness. Chocolate Sparklers may contain more sugar than listed in the nutritional information. You may wish to double-check the nutritional information before serving. The nutritional information listed here is not intended to be a substitute for your own doctor’s advice.
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If you want to add a festive twist to your Fireworks‘ Night party, try making your own chocolate sparklers. These luscious treats are a great choice for New Year’s Eve and Fireworks’ Night. Chocolate covered breadsticks add a delightful contrast to the salty breadstick and sprinkles add a fun crunch. Make your own chocolate sparklers by combining different types of chocolate and various colors.
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