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Mendiant Recipe

French · Dessert · 20 min total

A classic French chocolate disc studded with dried fruits and nuts, traditionally made with four ingredients representing the four mendicant orders. This recipe offers a simple, elegant dessert perfect for holiday gifting.

Ingredients

• 200g dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
• 2 tbsp dried figs, chopped
• 2 tbsp dried apricots, chopped
• 2 tbsp almonds, whole or slivered
• 2 tbsp walnuts, chopped
• 2 tbsp raisins
• 2 tbsp pistachios, shelled
• 1 tbsp candied orange peel, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) and melt, stirring occasionally, until smooth. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
3. Remove the melted chocolate from heat and let it cool slightly for 1-2 minutes.
4. Spoon or pour the chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet in 8 equal discs (about 2 tablespoons each), leaving space between them.
5. While the chocolate is still wet, arrange the dried fruits and nuts on each disc: place a few pieces of fig, apricot, almond, walnut, raisin, pistachio, and optional candied orange peel on each, pressing gently so they adhere.
6. Refrigerate the mendiants for at least 30 minutes until set.
7. Once firm, peel off the parchment paper and serve at room temperature.

Tips

• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
• For a vegan version, use dairy-free dark chocolate.
• Feel free to substitute with your favorite dried fruits and nuts.

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