Chocolate Recipes

We all know that too much chocolate - too much of any high-fat, sweet food - isn't good for health. But I'm a great believer in having all things in moderation. These chocolatey recipes don't contain vast quantities of cream, or masses of sugar. Some of them combine chocolate with fresh fruits, others use oil or egg whites rather than cream or other types of fat. All these recipes are deliciously chocolatey and you can enjoy them without any problem, as part of a balanced healthy diet.

When you're using chocolate in recipes, take care over which type you choose. The best is dark, organic chocolate, containing a high proportion of cocoa solids. This type of chocolate has positive health benefits - you can read about them in the chocolate facts - and is much kinder to your health than mass-produced choccy bars which are packed full of unhealthy fats and sugars. It can take time for your tastebuds to adapt to better quality chocolate, but they will, and you'll start to find that the sweeter versions taste cloying and artificial.

Give your family a treat today, and try one of these delicious recipes.

CHOCOLATE RECIPES

Chocolate Cake A very simple dairy-free healthy chocolate cake recipe, which uses oil or pureed apple instead of fat.

Chocolate Mousse A light, cream-free chocolate mousse, made with eggs.

Chocolate and Chocolate Chip Pancakes Very easy basic pancake, with a filling of grated chocolate, or with chocolate chips added to the mixture.

CHOCOLATE RECIPES WITH FRUIT
Fresh Fruits with Chocolate Fondue Use the fruits of your choice, and dip them into a smooth chocolate sauce.

Mango with Chocolate Meringue This one's more special and combines juicy fresh mango with a light meringue.

Strawberries Dipped in Chocolate Mmm, chocolate-covered strawberries. Very easy to make, and they look pretty, too.

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