Chocolate Modak

5 from 70 votes

Indulge in the rich and decadent taste of chocolate with this delicious chocolate modak recipe. Made with real chocolate, this dessert is easy to make, perfect for beginners, and ready in no time. It's a festive treat that's ideal for Ganesh Chaturthi, loved by both Bappa and kids. With its soft and luscious texture, this chocolate modak is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you wanting more. Follow this recipe and enjoy a delightful and unique twist on the traditional modak.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Indian

Diet: Gluten Free, Hindu, Vegetarian

Servings: modaks

Calories: 127kcal

Author: Shilpa Kerur

Ingredients

½ cup milk
1 tablespoon ghee plus 1 teaspoon to grease the modak mold (use store-bought or homemade ghee)
1½ cups milk powder
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
¼-½ cup sugar
½ cup dark chocolate

Instructions

Make the chocolate mixture:

Place a heavy bottom pan on medium heat and add one tablespoon of ghee.
Once the ghee melts, add the milk and bring it to a boil.
Add milk powder and cocoa powder. Mix well to incorporate them.
Add sugar and let it melt. Add cooking chocolate and let it melt fully.
Mix well making sure there are no lumps.
Keep stirring until the whole mixture comes together (6-8 minutes) like a soft dough.
The mixture is ready when it begins to release from the sides of the pan.
Transfer to a plate and let it cool for 5 minutes. While the mixture is still warm, knead it for 2-3 minutes.

Shaping the modak:

Lightly grease the modak mold and close it.
Add the chocolate mixture to the mold cavity. Press it gently to seal the modak completely.
Carefully unmold the chocolate modak.

Notes

The measurements I have used in this recipe will give you 15 medium-sized modaks. The number of modaks you will get depends on the size of your modal mold. You may half or double the recipe as needed.

I use dark chocolate here. However, you may replace it with a regular chocolate bar, too. You can also use a mix of dark, milk, and white chocolate.

Use ¼ to ½ cup sugar, depending on your preference. Also, if you are using milk chocolate, adjust the amount of sugar accordingly.

See the tips section above for more tips on making perfect modaks.

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