Bacio di Pantelleria - Sicilian Chocolate and Almond Kisses

Ingredients

• 200g (1 ¾ cups) dark chocolate, chopped 200g (1 ¾ cups) dark chocolate, chopped
• 100g (1 cup) almonds, finely ground 100g (1 cup) almonds, finely ground
• Zest of 1 orange Zest of 1 orange
• Zest of 1 lemon Zest of 1 lemon
• 50g (½ cup) powdered sugar, for dusting 50g (½ cup) powdered sugar, for dusting

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat: 12g (5g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 15g (10g sugars)
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0.01g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate over a pan of simmering water, stirring until smooth.
2. 2.
   Remove the bowl from heat and stir in the ground almonds, orange zest, and lemon zest until well combined.
3. 3.
   Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.
4. 4.
   Once the mixture is firm, shape it into small mounds using your hands.
5. 5.
   Place the mounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes.
6. 6.
   Dust the Bacio di Pantelleria with powdered sugar before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almonds — Make sure to finely grind the almonds to achieve a smooth texture in the kisses.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra touch of indulgence, you can dip the Bacio di Pantelleria in melted dark chocolate before dusting them with powdered sugar.
• Experiment with different citrus zests such as lime or grapefruit to add unique flavors to the kisses.
• If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate.

Serving advice

Serve the Bacio di Pantelleria as a sweet ending to a Sicilian-inspired meal. They pair perfectly with a cup of espresso or a glass of sweet Marsala wine.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Bacio di Pantelleria on a decorative platter and sprinkle some additional powdered sugar on top for an elegant touch. You can also garnish with a twist of citrus zest for a pop of color.