Chocolate Flames

Name: Chocolate Flames
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 20
Ingredients: Type 00 flour 2 ½ cups; Butter 14 tbsp; Powdered sugar ½ cup; Acacia honey 2 tbsp; Egg yolks 1; Fine salt 0.4 tsp; Water 1 tsp; Vanilla bean 1; Lemon peel ½; Dark chocolate 55% 14.1 oz; Fresh liquid cream 1 cup; Butter 5 tbsp; Dark chocolate 8.8 oz

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797

Calories per serving

Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 797
Carbohydrates g 72.4
of which sugars g 49.6
Protein g 8.3
Fats g 52.7
of which saturated fat g 30.81
Fiber g 1.7
Cholesterol mg 116
Sodium mg 98

Difficulty: Difficult
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 5 min
Makes: 20 pieces
Cost: Average
Note + the time for setting in the freezer and in the refrigerator

PRESENTATION

So, if you’ve ever wandered into an Italian pasticceria, you might've seen chocolate flambe and felt a wave of nostalgia. For real. Known in Italy as fiamme al cioccolato, these pastries are a beloved treat. They totally remind people of simpler times when chocolate indulgence was the week's highlight. Pretty simple. Each treat starts with a tender biscuit cone made from pasta frolla—Italians use this buttery shortcrust for all kinds of cookies and sweets. Inside? You get a smooth ganache that’s really, really rich, moist, and perfectly sweet. And listen, the whole thing is covered in a shiny, thick chocolate coating that cracks so delightfully with every bite. In cities like Rome or Milan, these sweets are a childhood staple. Seriously good. Grabbed from bakeries after school, they’re synonymous with golden memories and simple joys.

And here's the thing—making chocolate flambé at home is way easier than it sounds. Truthfully, it's the kind of dessert that always feels special. The chocolate flambé recipe is about indulging in over-the-top chocolate goodness. For sure. With the crisp pastry base, silky ganache, and thick chocolate shell, you get a mix of textures that define a perfect flaming chocolate dessert. These delights often make appearances at family gatherings, birthdays, or anytime someone wants a touch of sweetness at the table. And some pasticcerias in Naples even add a splash of liqueur to the ganache or the chocolate flambé sauce. Gives it a slight kick—which is great—makes the dessert feel a little grown-up but still charming. Whether served as an after-dinner treat or prepared for a party, fiamme al cioccolato have a magical way of bringing out everyone’s inner child. Really. Makes the moment feel warm and charming. It’s not just about the chocolate—it’s about the happiness and comfort that comes with each bite, transporting you back to carefree days with every taste. And you know what? Can’t go wrong.

INGREDIENTS

797

Calories per serving

Ingredients for about 20 pieces: Type 00 flour 2 ½ cups (300 g); Butter 14 tbsp (200 g); Powdered sugar ½ cup (75 g); Acacia honey 2 tbsp (40 g); Egg yolks 1; Fine salt 0.4 tsp (2 g); Water 1 tsp (4 g); Vanilla bean 1; Lemon peel ½

for the ganache: Dark chocolate 55% 14.1 oz (400 g); Fresh liquid cream 1 cup (250 g); Butter 5 tbsp (70 g)

for the coating: Dark chocolate 8.8 oz (250 g)

Preparation

How to prepare Chocolate Flames

To prepare chocolate flames, let's start with the shortcrust pastry. In the planetary mixer, with the paddle attachment, cream the softened butter with the powdered sugar and acacia honey. Then add the egg yolk, a pinch of salt dissolved in a tiny bit of water, vanilla seeds, and grated lemon zest. Finally, add the sifted flour. Transfer the dough to the work surface and knead it briefly for a few moments, wrap it in plastic wrap, and let it rest in the fridge for 2 hours. After the time has passed, roll it out to a thickness of about 1/8 inch (4 mm) with the rolling pin on a lightly floured surface and cut out about twenty discs of 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter. Gradually place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake them in a preheated oven at 392°F (200°C) in static mode, for 6-7 minutes: they should be firm but not crunchy. While the cookies cool, prepare the ganache, bringing the fresh cream almost to a boil, then pour it over the chopped chocolate placed in a bowl and stir. As soon as it melts, add the softened butter in pieces and stir to combine everything. Once the butter is also incorporated, you can whip the ganache with an electric mixer until it is light and frothy. Transfer it to a pastry bag with a star nozzle and arrange it in tufts on the cookies. Place the filled cookies on a tray and let them set in the fridge for 3 hours and then in the freezer for 15 minutes. In these few minutes, chop the chocolate for the coating, melt it in a bain-marie, and bring it to room temperature. Then retrieve the flames, holding them by the base, dip them completely into the melted chocolate. Put them back on the tray and let them set in the fridge again for a bit, until the shell becomes crunchy. Your chocolate flames are ready: enjoy them!

Storage

Chocolate flames can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. If you want to freeze them, do so without the coating.

Tip

For a shinier result, you should coat your chocolate flames by tempering the chocolate. Follow our guide How to temper to learn more. If you want an alternative version, you can sprinkle the tips with still soft chocolate with coconut flakes or slightly toasted hazelnut or almond granules.

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Chocolate Flames

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INGREDIENTS

How to prepare Chocolate Flames

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