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Mokkapalat

Cultural Context

Mokkapalat, or Mokka Squares, are a beloved Finnish treat often enjoyed with coffee. These squares are rich and chocolatey, embodying the Finnish love for coffee and sweet pastries. Traditionally served at gatherings or as a delightful afternoon snack, they reflect Finland's cozy café culture. Today, Mokkapalat can be found in many bakeries across Finland and are a favorite for home bakers, often customized with various toppings or flavors.

FinnishFIdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup butter
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup brewed coffee
for garnish sprinkles

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option and similar texture.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: erythritol

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Erythritol is a low-calorie alternative for frosting.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy-free option that can be used in baking.

chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate chips

Dark chocolate provides a richer flavor with less sugar.

1

Get the ingredients out for the recipe.

2

Crack eggs into a bowl, aiming to avoid shell pieces.

3

Whip the eggs and sugar together until foamy, though not very foamy.

4

Melt the butter and let it cool slightly.

5

Mix the dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, baking powder) together in a bowl.

6

Add 2 deciliters of milk instead of coffee for the mixture.

7

Sieve the dry ingredients into the milk while stirring.

8

Combine the egg-sugar mixture with the milk and dry ingredients, despite some confusion about the order.

9

Prepare a baking tray with baking paper.

10

Pour the mixture into the baking tray and smooth it out, despite it being lumpy.

11

Bake in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius for 15 minutes.

12

Prepare the icing by mixing powdered sugar with vanilla sugar and melted chocolate, adding a little milk to adjust consistency.

13

Spread the icing over the baked cake and top with sprinkles.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbakingfrosting

Equipment Needed

baking panmixing bowlwhisksifterspatulatoothpick

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Mokka SquaresFinnish Coffee Cake

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