TURLOCK, Calif., Feb. 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- With Valentine's Day quickly
approaching,
Gemperle Farms has put together the perfect recipe to seduce
your
partner: the Chocolate Chili Molten Lover Cake. This tasty recipe features
several
ingredients valued for their abilities to increase desire.
"At Gemperle Farms, we understand the
nutritional punch of the egg. After we looked
at the folklore
surrounding aphrodisiacs, we decided it was time to have some fun,
" Gemperle
Family Farms Vice President Mike Gemperle said. "Everyone deserves
a romantic
Valentine's Day. We are trying to do our part to promote happiness
and love
through this delicious recipe."
Throughout history, cultures around the world have believed that certain
foods
have the power to increase love. These foods, known as aphrodisiacs, are
believed
to enhance mood and increase desire. While the FDA doesn't support the
notion
of aphrodisiacs, historical folklore suggests differently. For centuries,
both Asian
and American natives believe chilies can promote desire because they
raise body
temperature. Honey has been viewed as an aphrodisiac since the time
of the
Greeks when Hippocrates prescribed it for vigor. Even the word honeymoon
comes from the month following marriage when couples used to drink honey
nightly
in hopes of conceiving.
Chocolate, the food of choice on Valentine's Day includes chemical substances
in the brain, phenylethylamine and tryptophan. Phenylethylamine activates the
hippocampus, which induces pleasurable sensations that increase dopamine
adrenaline and endorphins. Tryptophan helps produce serotonin, which
elevates
mood and arousal.
Other aphrodisiac ingredients in the Chocolate Chili Molten Lover Cake
that
promote desire include eggs and almonds. These ingredients are packed
with
protein, vitamins and nutrients, such as zinc, Omega 3s and magnesium,
all
things that help get your blood pumping. Protein assists with prolonged energy
and stamina.
At Gemperle Farms, we wanted to put our lover's cake recipe to the
aphrodisiac
test. Over 20 people tested the Chocolate Chili Molten Lover Cake
Recipe
and the results showed these ingredients promote passion. The majority
stated
that they "noticed a heightened libido after sharing the dessert." A
majority also
stated that the "visual effect and appearance of the dessert put
them in the mood
for love." Overwhelmingly, the folks that tested the recipe
said they would like to
have more aphrodisiac desserts like this with their
partner.
"While our small study is not scientific, the outcome definitely can make one
wonder
about the power behind the Gemperle egg and the Chocolate Chili Molten
Lover Cake,"
Gemperle said.
This lover-approved Valentine's treat is quick and easy. When baking, use a
very
mild chili, such as Ancho or California. The idea is a spice with a subtle
kick, not
for your lover to run away from the table. You can also omit the chili
and still have
a seductive Valentine's dessert.
Chocolate Chili Molten Lover Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 stick butter (1/2 cup)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 Tablespoon mild chili powder, such as Ancho or California (optional)
- 1 Teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup flour
- 3 eggs plus 3 egg yolks
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- Sugar for dusting ramekin
- Almonds, chopped for garnish
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Butter four 6 oz. ramekins or four oven-safe 6 oz. coffee cups. Dust
ramekins
- or cups with sugar.
- In a saucepan, combine butter, cinnamon, chili powder and chocolate chips
- over low heat. Constantly stir until melted and well mixed. Remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, honey, eggs, egg yolks and vanilla until smooth.
- Add the slightly cooled chocolate mixture to the flour mixture and mix well.
- Pour into prepared ramekins or cups.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are dark and the top is just slightly
firm.
- Remove from oven and let cool for about 5 minutes. Loosen the edges with
- a
sharp knife and invert each cake onto an individual serving plate. Sprinkle
- with
chopped almonds. Cake should be warm, and the insides should ooze out on the
first spoonful.
*Makes four servings
About Gemperle Family Farms Gemperle Family Farms produce many
varieties of eggs including enriched colony barns, specialty
eggs such as
browns, organic, cage free and omega 3. All of our eggs are
produced
without hormones and antibiotics – the natural way that eggs should be
produced.
We believe in supplying eggs that consumers want to buy, so we produce
eggs
for a variety of consumer needs and budgets. Additionally,
Gemperle Family Farms donates over 500,000 eggs each year to
free
lunch programs, donations and food banks with a portion designated
for
children's breakfast programs. For more recipes and egg information
visit the
Gemperle Farms Facebook page or website at
www.gemperle.com.
