Well, after the dubious beginning with courgette and pinenut, I had very high hopes for Chocolate and Coconut. The ingredients seemed good, a nice combination. But the recipe was a FAFF!
They're cakes - separating and whisking yolks and whites separately and grating 120g of chocolate (and that does actually take forever) - FAFF. And for what, quite dry, not particularly coconutty cupcakes. Despite the fact I added extra coconut essence (mostly because I have some and don't get to use it often). Wagman - naughty!
I also had a problem with how American the recipe is - instant choclate desert was necessary for the topping, for dear Gail, is clearly a very specific thing. The problem is she never says anything further. Grrr. Not even a nibble of a hint. Nothing in the entire book about what this magical substance may be. So I returned to 1979 and used Angel Delight.
Despite this and despite the fact everyone loves chocolate cake, the reactions tell a strong tale:
Rachel's Reaction: "I preferred courgette"
Natalie's Note: "I preferred courgette"
Laura's Law: "I preferred courgette"
So far courgette appears to be winning. However the Daisy-ometer liked these as "the flavour is more expected - it takes a while to get the courage to eat a courgette".
As for the kittens, what a result, they like Angel Delight!
On with the next ...
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