Tag: chocolate
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Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake
Pureed (IDDSI Level 4) Completely smooth foods/extremely thick liquids with no lumps that hold their shape on a spoon and don’t require chewing. Making cheesecake has always been a balancing act; indulgent yet simple, rich but delicate. Add pumpkin and chocolate, and it becomes autumn distilled. For those navigating chewing or swallowing challenges, the silky…
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Chicken Mole
Pureed (IDDSI Level 4) Completely smooth foods/extremely thick liquids with no lumps that hold their shape on a spoon and don’t require chewing. Chicken Mole is a traditional Mexican dish known for its rich, complex sauce made with chiles, chocolate, and a blend of aromatic spices. This version simplifies the process while keeping the deep,…
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Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Torte
Soft & Bite-Sized (IDDSI Level 6) Tender foods cut into small, bite-sized pieces that are easy to chew and break apart with minimal effort. This dark chocolate hazelnut torte is a rich, decadent dessert that pairs the deep, bittersweet flavor of dark chocolate with the nutty undertones of hazelnuts. This flourless torte has a dense,…
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream
Pureed (IDDSI Level 4) Completely smooth foods/extremely thick liquids with no lumps that hold their shape on a spoon and don’t require chewing. This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream is a deliciously creamy, dairy-free treat made with frozen bananas, rich cocoa powder, and peanut butter. It’s naturally sweet, packed with flavor, and takes only…
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Malted Milk Cookie Bars
Easy to Chew (IDDSI Level EC7) Regular foods that are naturally soft and easy to chew, without tough, dry, or hard components. Malted milk has a long, practical history in baking and home kitchens. It was developed in the late 19th century as a nourishing, shelf-stable food made from malted barley, wheat flour, and milk.…
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White Chocolate Pistachio Meringues
These white chocolate pistachio meringues are light, airy, with a delicate sweetness from the white chocolate and a nutty richness from the pistachios. Each meringue melts in your mouth, leaving a delicious balance of sweet and nutty flavors. Perfect for special occasions or as a simple treat, these meringues can also be adapted for softer…
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Salted Pretzel Fudge Bars
Soft & Bite-Sized (IDDSI Level 6) Tender foods cut into small, bite-sized pieces that are easy to chew and break apart with minimal effort. These salted pretzel fudge bars are a delightful blend of sweet, salty, and creamy flavors with a touch of crunch from the pretzels. The base layer is a buttery, crushed pretzel…
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Orange Chocolate Soft Nougat
Easy to Chew (IDDSI Level EC7) Regular foods that are naturally soft and easy to chew, without tough, dry, or hard components. This orange chocolate soft nougat is a melt-in-your-mouth treat that combines the zesty flavor of orange with rich chocolate in a tender, chewy base. Unlike traditional nougat, which can be firm and sticky,…
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Black Forest Yule Log Cake
Minced & Moist (IDDSI Level 5) Soft foods that are finely chopped and held together with moisture so they don’t crumble or fall apart. This Black Forest-inspired Yule Log brings the classic flavors of chocolate, cherries, and cream into a dessert that’s not only festive but also adaptable for those with texture-modified dietary needs. This…
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Peanut Butter Chickpea Cookie Dough
It is a battle that has gone on for centuries and there doesn’t seem to be a clear winner in sight…sweet or salty? My mom was team sweet all the way. It would baffle me why I was encouraged to ignore the salt listed in cookie recipes…especially when all of the other ingredients were shown…