Chilled Chocolate Tostoni is a rich, creamy frozen chocolate dessert with a delightful texture from chopped walnuts. A no-bake treat that dates back to mid-century recipe boxes, it combines the deep flavor of semi-sweet chocolate with the light fluffiness of whipped cream. The dessert is chilled in muffin cups for easy portioning and served frozen, making it a perfect make-ahead dessert for parties or hot days.
Ingredients
- 8 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate (Baker’s)
- ⅔ cup light corn syrup
- 2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup walnuts (coarsely chopped)
- 1 ½ cup chocolate wafers (crushed )
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Muffin Cups
- Line 12 (2 ½ inch) muffin cups with paper liners or small cups.
Step 2: Melt Chocolate Mixture
- In a 3-quart saucepan, combine chocolate and corn syrup.
- Stir over low heat until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream until blended. Let cool for 15 minutes or until thickened.
Step 3: Whip Cream
- In a separate bowl, beat remaining heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Fold whipped cream into cooled chocolate mixture.
Step 4: Fill and Freeze
- Spoon into muffin cups. Garnish with crushed wafers and walnuts.
- Freeze 4–6 hours or until firm.
Step 5: Serve and Store
- Serve chilled. Store in freezer up to 1 month.
Microwave Variation
- Combine chocolate and syrup in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 1 minute. Stir, then microwave 1–1.5 minutes more until smooth.
Tips
- Add a splash of bourbon or rum to intensify flavor.
- Replace walnuts with pecans, almonds, or pistachios.
- Use crushed biscotti or Oreos instead of chocolate wafers.
- Fold in a handful of mini chocolate chips for added texture.
- Add orange zest or espresso powder to the chocolate mixture.
- Serve in fancy molds or demitasse cups for a vintage presentation.
- Top with whipped cream or shaved chocolate before serving.
- Make a lighter version with half-and-half instead of cream (texture will be softer).
- Mix in a few tablespoons of peanut butter for a flavor twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 25mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.3mg
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