Chocolate Modak Recipe – Sharmis Passion

Chocolate Modak is a simple sweet made with khoya, cocoa powder and sugar as main ingredients. It is mostly prepared as a special homemade sweet during festivals. It only takes a few minutes to make but the taste is very rich and satisfying. This is also a great option when you want something quick but special at home.

Its texture is soft and slightly fudgy from inside, which makes it very enjoyable to eat. You can also use the chocolate mixture as a filling inside the steamed rice flour wrapper if you prefer that style. It is also possible to make both versions at home as everyone may like it differently.

About Chocolate Modak

Chocolate modak is an easy variation of traditional modak prepared during festivals. Instead of filling with coconut jaggery to make the chocolate mixture, khoya is cooked with sugar and cocoa powder.

Choco chips are added to it which melt and mix well. When cooked on low flame, the mixture becomes thick and starts leaving the sides of the pan and then gives the shape of small modaks.

Its taste is rich and chocolaty with the slight creaminess of khoya. Cocoa powder adds dark color and a slight bitterness that balances the sweetness. A little ghee is added for smooth texture and shine. Once cooled, the mixture hardens and becomes easy to shape without breaking. It holds the mold design well even after cooling.

You can press the mixture directly into the modak mold or prepare rice flour dough and use the chocolate as stuffing. The stuffed version is steamed and has a soft outer layer with chocolate inside. Both taste good but the texture is slightly different and the choice depends on preference.

I usually prepare it fresh. This adds more variety to your festive sweets table. Using molds makes them look neat and festive. Be sure to try this easy festive dessert and enjoy!

Chocolate Modak Ingredients

• lost – I have used khoya in the base for this sweet. It gives creamy texture and richness, use fresh khoya for better results.
• Sugar – I added sugar for sweetness. You can adjust as per your taste preference.
• cocoa powder – I used it for chocolate flavor. It gives a deep color and slight bitterness which balances the sweetness well.
• Dark Choco Chips – I added these for added richness and melt-in-the-mouth texture. You can also use cooking chocolate bars, it works just as well.
• Ghee – I added some ghee for smoothness and shine. This will prevent the mixture from sticking too much to the pan.
• Rice Flour/Idiyappam Flour – I have used it for the outer cover in the stuffed version. This gives a soft steamed layer on the outside.

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How to make Chocolate Modak step by step

1. Add khoya and sugar in a pan.

2.Cook on low flame until the khoya melts and becomes sticky. – Now add cocoa powder.

3. Add choco chips and mix well. The chocolate will start melting.

4. The whole mixture will become thick like the picture, keep stirring and cook on low flame. Add ghee.

5. The mixture will become thick and start leaving the sides of the pan. Keep stirring.

6. At one stage it will become less sticky and come together as one mass. You can also check by rolling a ball, it will be very hot so be careful. Keep aside to cool. After cooling for 10-15 minutes, the mixture will become thick as shown in the picture.

7. Grease the mold thoroughly with ghee. Take a small lemon sized ball and fill it in the modak mould. You can either push it through the hole at the bottom or fill both sides the same way.

8.Close, press well, remove excess and carefully open and demould. Repeat with the remaining mixture and make chocolate modaks. You can serve the chocolate modak as is or use the recipe given below.

9. Add salt to rice flour and mix. Boil the water until it bubbles and add it to the rice flour.

10. Mix with a ladle, once it starts coming together, set aside for a few minutes until it is warm enough to handle with hands. Now bring everything together to make a smooth dough without any cracks. If it sticks, you can add a few drops of oil if you want.

11.First of all grease your palms with oil. – Now take a lemon sized ball and flatten it in your palms, place the stuffing on it and bring the edges to the middle and seal it to give it the shape of a modak. You can also do this using a mold. Steam for 7-10 minutes or until the modaks are cooked, you can see a shiny outer layer. Watch the detailed video showing how to shape the modak here.

Serve hot.

Expert Tips

• cook on low flame – I usually keep the flame low while cooking the khoya mixture. Due to high flame it can burn down rapidly.
• keep stirring – I stir well so that the mixture does not stick. Once it leaves the sides and comes together, stop immediately.
• coolant – The mixture will be very hot. I let it cool before shaping otherwise it may burn hands.
• smooth mold – I just apply ghee inside the mold so that the modak comes out easily without sticking.
• knead the dough – The dough for the stuffed version should be smooth and soft. If cracks appear, sprinkle some hot water and knead again.

serving and storage

Serve Chocolate Modak as Prasad during Ganesh Chaturthi or as a festive sweet for the family. It tastes good only at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. – Take it out from the fridge and keep it out for some time before serving so that it becomes soft again.

general questions and answers

1.Can I give up choco chips?

Yes, you can skip choco chips if not available. But it gives a richer chocolate flavor.

2.Can I make only the stuffed version?

Yes, you can use the entire mixture as stuffing and steam it. The outer layer will become shiny when cooked.

3.Why is my mixture so sticky?

It may need to be cooked a little more on low flame. Cook it until it leaves the sides of the pan properly.

4.Can I reduce sugar in this recipe?

Yes, you can reduce the sugar as choco chips also add sweetness. Adjust based on your preference.

5.Can I prepare it in advance?

Yes, you can prepare it a day or two in advance and keep it in the refrigerator. It stays good for a few days if stored properly.

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