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Decadent Valentine’s Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Steamed Cakes

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Soft, fluffy steamed cakes with juicy strawberries baked inside and coated with glossy dark chocolate, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 ½ teaspoons (6g) baking powder
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (180ml) milk (whole milk preferred, 2% works too)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (about 150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced into halves or quarters
  • ½ cup (90g) dark chocolate chips or chunks
  • Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Fill your steamer pot with about 2 inches (5 cm) of water and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, ensuring water does not touch the bottom of the steaming basket or ramekins.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Whisk lightly to combine.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and fold gently with a silicone spatula or whisk until just combined; batter should be thick but smooth and slightly lumpy.
  5. Gently fold sliced strawberries into the batter, being careful not to crush them.
  6. Lightly grease ramekins or molds and fill them about ¾ full with batter.
  7. Place ramekins into the steamer basket, cover with a clean kitchen towel under the lid to catch condensation, and steam over simmering water for 15 to 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let cakes cool for 5 minutes before removing from molds, running a knife around edges if needed.
  9. Melt dark chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second bursts until smooth and glossy.
  10. Dip the top of each steamed cake into the melted chocolate or drizzle generously over the top. Let chocolate set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly.
  11. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or garnish with a fresh strawberry slice before serving.

Notes

Keep the steam steady with a rolling simmer and use a towel under the lid to prevent condensation dripping onto cakes. Avoid opening the lid during steaming to maintain heat and rising. Use fresh strawberries for best texture and flavor. Melt chocolate slowly to prevent seizing. If batter is too thick, add a splash of milk carefully.

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Keywords: Valentine's Day, chocolate-covered strawberries, steamed cakes, easy dessert, romantic dessert, chocolate dessert, strawberry dessert

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