Chocolate Rusk

Rusk is a twice-baked bread or biscuit that originated in Italy. It was traditionally made to preserve bread for longer periods of time.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Chocolate Rusk

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Bakery, Breakfast, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 pinch Salt
• 0.5 cup Butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until well combined.
6. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
7. Transfer the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a rectangular log, about 1 inch thick.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until firm to the touch.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
10. Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 1-inch thick slices.
11. Place the slices back onto the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until crispy and golden.
12. Remove from the oven and let the rusks cool completely on a wire rack.
13. Once cooled, store in an airtight container.
14. Enjoy your homemade chocolate rusks with a cup of tea or coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 12g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.