I love butternut squash and dark chocolate combination.

I think it tastes soo good.
It’s not too sweet and is so light.
And because Valentine’s day is just around the corner, I’m sharing a simple recipe for Valentines Squash and Dark Chocolate hearts.

Mummy’s Fast & Easy


The recipe is so easy, that even your little ones would be able to make it.

Also, this is a great idea for a light and guilt free dessert for any of you who are trying to shed the pounds.
Who says you can’t have a dessert when you’re on diet?:-)
I used small heart shaped baking tins with loose base but you can use any shaped and size tin basically.
Here’s what you need for these lovely hearts.

Mummy’s Fast & Easy

Ingredients:
  • 150g butternut squash, pure ed
  • 100g dark chocolate(at least 70% cocoa solids), broken into small pieces
  • 200g digestive biscuits, crushed
  • a handful of nut and fruit mix(use as much as  you want)
  • 4 small heart shaped baking tins with loose base
Preparation:
1. Preheat the oven to 190°C.
2. Spray 4 heart tins with sunflower oil.
3. Layer the crushed biscuits on the bottom.
4. Add the pureed squash.
5. Arrange the nuts and dry fruit mixture.
6. Finish with arranging the dark chocolate pieces.
7. Place the hearts on a baking tray covered with baking paper.
8. Cook in the oven for about 15 minutes, until the chocolate melts.

Enjoy!

Mummy’s Fast & Easy


Tip: If you like your dessert really sweet mix the purees squash with a spoon or two of pure honey.