Quick and Easy Cocoa Crumble with Strawberries. If you’re looking for a dessert that impresses everyone with its simplicity and deliciousness, this cocoa crumble with strawberries is the perfect recipe.
It consists of a crispy cocoa shell enclosing a creamy heart of ricotta, cream cheese, and fresh strawberries.
In just a few steps, you can create a dessert that will amaze your guests. Simply prepare the filling by mixing ricotta, cream cheese, dark chocolate, and strawberries in a bowl. For the crumble, you will need to mix cocoa, flour, sugar, eggs, and oil. A layer of Nutella on the base, the creamy filling, a covering of crumbs, and the crumble is ready to be baked.
The strawberries, with their aroma, pair wonderfully with the cocoa and the creamy filling. Additionally, strawberries are rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and minerals.
Make sure to try it! It’s perfect for ending a family dinner, an afternoon snack with friends, or celebrating a special occasion! Its versatility makes it suitable for any moment.
Now, let’s see how to prepare the quick and easy cocoa crumble with strawberries.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 10 People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring
Ingredients
For the filling
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate (shaved or chips)
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup ricotta
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 5 strawberries (chopped)
- 1 egg
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup sunflower oil
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- Half packet baking powder
- 2 tablespoons Nutella®
Tools
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Spoon
- 1 Knife
- 1 Pie pan
How to Prepare the Cocoa Crumble with Strawberries
First, prepare the filling. In a bowl, add the dark chocolate (shaved or chips), sugar, ricotta, and cream cheese. (I used Philadelphia). Mix with a spoon. Add the chopped strawberries. Mix and set aside.
For the crumble, add the eggs and sugar to a bowl. Mix with the spoon.
Add the oil and continue mixing with the spoon.
Add the flour, cocoa, and baking powder. Start mixing with the spoon, then continue kneading by hand until you get coarse crumbs. (If necessary, add more flour).
Add slightly more than half of the crumbs to a 10-inch pie pan previously buttered and floured. Press lightly with your hands and create a small edge.
Spread two tablespoons of Nutella on the base and level with a knife.
Take back the filling, add an egg, and mix with the spoon.
Pour the filling into the pan and level with a spoon. Cover with the remaining crumbs and bake in a preheated static oven at 356°F. Let it bake for about 40 minutes. Make sure to check the cooking times based on your oven.
Remove from the oven and let it cool. Before serving, you can also decorate the crumble with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Storage
The crumble can be stored at room temperature for 2 days, or in the refrigerator for 4 days. You can also freeze it, whole or in slices, and thaw it at room temperature before serving.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How can I make it even more delicious?
You can add chocolate chips to the dough.
How can I replace the cream cheese?
With mascarpone or Greek yogurt.
How can I replace the strawberries?
You can replace strawberries with other seasonal fruits such as raspberries, blueberries, or peaches.
Can I use another type of chocolate?
Instead of dark chocolate, you can use milk or white chocolate.
How can I replace Nutella?
You can use another chocolate spread or jam.
