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Apricot Cream Filled Eggs

17/11/2023

Apricot Cream Filled Eggs are a delicious dessert that can be a unique proposition for a sweet buffet or an elegant end to a meal. Here’s the recipe to make them.

Ingredients

  • 12 hollow chocolate eggs (these could be egg-shaped chocolates or small-sized Easter eggs)
  • 100 g of dried apricots
  • 150 ml of milk
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 30 g of sugar
  • 10 g of cornflour (cornstarch or maizena)
  • 1 vanilla pod
  • A small amount of apricot liqueur (optional)
  • Dark chocolate for decoration (optional)

Preparation

  1. Begin by preparing the custard. Split the vanilla pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds. Put the seeds and the pod in a saucepan with the milk and bring it almost to a boil.

  2. Meanwhile, in a bowl, beat the egg yolk with the sugar until it becomes light and frothy. Add the sifted cornflour and mix well to avoid lumps.

  3. Remove the vanilla pod from the milk and slowly pour it over the yolk and sugar mixture, stirring constantly.

  4. Transfer the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, continuing to stir, until the cream thickens.

  5. Remove the cream from the heat and let it cool completely, covering it with plastic wrap touching the surface to prevent skin formation.

  6. While the cream is cooling, prepare the apricots. If you have chosen to use the liqueur, put the dried apricots in a small bowl with the liqueur to plump them up. Alternatively, you can simply hydrate them in warm water.

  7. Once they are soft, finely chop the apricots (or blend them if you prefer a smoother texture).

  8. Fold the chopped apricots into the cooled custard, stirring gently until they are well distributed.

  9. Now take the chocolate eggs and, with the help of a piping bag or a teaspoon, fill each shell with the apricot cream.

  10. If desired, for decoration, you can melt some dark chocolate in a double boiler and use it to make designs or stripes on top of the filled eggs.

  11. Allow the eggs to set in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.

Curiosity

Filled mini eggs are a very flexible format that allows you to experiment with different types of fillings, such as chocolate mousse, ganache, or even jam. The combination of chocolate and apricot is classic and delicious, often used also in Sacher cakes or other sweet creations. The touch of apricot liqueur emphasizes the flavor of the fruit but can be omitted to make them suitable for children or those who do not consume alcohol.

Apricot Cream Filled Eggs