Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavor of homemade melt-in-your-mouth dark chocolate. This easy recipe uses simple, wholesome ingredients to create a satisfying treat that’s perfect for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
Cocoa Butter:
1 cup finely chopped
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder:
1 cup
Maple Syrup or Honey:
1/2 cup
Vanilla Extract:
1 tsp
Sea Salt:
pinch
Instructions
- Melt the Cocoa Butter: In a double boiler over low heat, melt the cocoa butter, stirring occasionally until fully liquid.
- Add Cocoa Powder: Remove from heat and whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth and glossy.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and sea salt until fully combined.
- Pour and Chill: Pour the chocolate mixture into molds or a dish, tap to remove air bubbles, and refrigerate for 1–2 hours until set.
- Serve: Once firm, remove from molds or cut into pieces. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- You can customize with nuts, coconut, or dried fruit before chilling.
- To adjust sweetness, increase maple syrup slightly.
- For a creamier texture, add coconut cream during melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
