Easy but Elegant Chocolate Candy
Indulge in the perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication with this easy but elegant chocolate candy recipe. Featuring high-quality dark chocolate as the star ingredient, these bite-sized treats are effortlessly elevated with optional garnishes like sea salt flakes, chopped nuts, dried fruit, or even edible gold leaf for an extra touch of luxury. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no special equipment required, this recipe is ideal for both novice and seasoned chocolatiers. Impress your guests or treat yourself to a refined dessert that’s customizable, visually stunning, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for gifting or serving at festive occasions, these homemade chocolate candies are a true celebration of flavor and elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams High-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt flakes (optional for garnish)
- 50 grams Chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, pistachios, or hazelnuts) (optional)
- 50 grams Dried fruit (e.g., cranberries, apricots, or cherries) (optional)
- 1 sheet Edible gold leaf (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Set aside.
Roughly chop the dark chocolate into smaller chunks for easier melting if not already in pieces.
Create a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over a saucepan filled with 2-3 inches of simmering water, ensuring the bowl doesn't touch the water.
Add the chopped chocolate and coconut oil to the bowl. Stir gently with a spatula until completely melted and smooth. Remove the bowl from heat.
Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly for 2-3 minutes to avoid it becoming too runny.
Using a spoon or small ladle, drop about 1 tablespoon of melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet, forming small discs or mounds. Space them about 2 inches apart.
Customize the candies by sprinkling each with a pinch of sea salt, chopped nuts, dried fruit, or edible gold leaf. Alternatively, use any combination of toppings to suit your taste.
Let the chocolate candies set at room temperature for 3-4 hours, or if you're in a hurry, refrigerate them for about 30-40 minutes until firm.
Once set, carefully peel the candies off the parchment paper or silicone mat and transfer them to a serving dish or airtight container for storage.
Store the candies in a cool, dry place or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy your elegant chocolate candies as a treat or share them with loved ones!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2261 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.0 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.3 g | 416% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1956 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.6 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.9 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 36.2 mg | 201% | |
| Potassium | 2607 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
