Easy Chocolate Dipped Apricots Apricot Chanukah Gelt
Transform your Chanukah celebrations with these Easy Chocolate Dipped Apricots, a unique twist on traditional Chanukah gelt! This quick and elegant treat features tender dried apricots dipped in rich, glossy dark chocolate, then drizzled with white chocolate for a decorative flair. A touch of gold edible glitter adds a festive, coin-like shimmer, making them perfect for gifting or as a beautiful addition to the holiday table. With a hint of optional sea salt flakes for a sweet-salty burst of flavor, these no-bake delights are ready in just 30 minutes and require only a handful of simple ingredients. Ideal for party platters or casual snacking, this recipe combines ease and indulgence for a crowd-pleasing Chanukah dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces dried apricots
- 200 grams dark chocolate
- 50 grams white chocolate
- 1 teaspoon gold edible glitter or luster dust
- 1 pinch sea salt flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
Chop the dark chocolate into small, even pieces and transfer to a microwave-safe bowl.
Melt the dark chocolate in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until fully melted and smooth. Stir in the vegetable oil to achieve a glossy finish.
Hold each dried apricot by one end and dip it halfway into the melted dark chocolate. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off, then place the dipped apricot onto the prepared baking sheet.
While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle the dipped section with a small pinch of sea salt flakes (if using). Repeat with all the apricots.
Melt the white chocolate in a clean microwave-safe bowl using the same method as the dark chocolate. Once smooth, transfer the melted white chocolate to a small piping bag or a zip-top bag with a small hole snipped in the corner.
Drizzle the white chocolate over the chocolate-dipped apricots in a zigzag pattern for decoration.
Dust the wet chocolate lightly with gold edible glitter or luster dust for a festive, coin-like effect. Let the chocolate set completely at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or place the tray in the fridge for 20-30 minutes to speed up the process.
Once the chocolate has hardened, transfer the apricots to a serving plate or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.9 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.4 g | 227% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 181 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.4 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 128.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 23.4 mg | 130% | |
| Potassium | 1554 mg | 33% | |
*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.
