If you’re looking for a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and the warm notes of Kahlua liqueur, then look no further than these Little Chocolate Kahlua Fruitcakes. Perfect for the festive season or any time you’re craving a cozy indulgence, these mini fruitcakes are packed with a medley of dried fruits and nuts, all soaked in the delicious essence of Kahlua. Let’s get baking!
**Little Chocolate Kahlua Fruitcakes**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1/4 cup Kahlua liqueur
– 1/2 cup dried fruit mix (such as raisins, cranberries, and apricots)
– 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts)
– 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Powdered sugar, for dusting
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a mini muffin pan or line it with paper liners for easy removal.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in the Kahlua and vanilla extract until incorporated.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
7. Gently fold in the dried fruit mix, chopped nuts, and dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
8. Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a fruitcake comes out clean.
10. Remove the fruitcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, dust the tops of the fruitcakes with powdered sugar for a final touch.
12. Serve these Little Chocolate Kahlua Fruitcakes as a sweet indulgence with your favorite hot beverage or wrap them up as lovely gifts for friends and family to enjoy.
Enjoy these decadent mini fruitcakes that are bursting with the warm flavors of Kahlua and the richness of chocolate. They are the perfect festive treat or a delightful addition to any cozy gathering. Happy baking!
