Description
Delightful chocolate hearts infused with crushed candy canes, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (optional)
- Heart-shaped silicone molds
Instructions
- Prep your workspace: Gather all your ingredients and ensure molds are clean and dry.
- Melt the chocolate: Melt chopped chocolate gently over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring frequently.
- Add the butter: Stir in the butter until fully melted and combined. Add vegetable oil if desired for smoother texture.
- Mix in the crushed candy cane: Fold in the crushed candy canes, saving some for topping.
- Fill the molds: Pour the mixture into heart-shaped molds, leveling off at the top.
- Top it off: Sprinkle reserved crushed candy canes on top before chocolate sets.
- Chill and set: Refrigerate for about an hour until firm.
- Unmold and enjoy: Gently press to pop out hearts. Enjoy sharing!
Notes
For a richer flavor, mix in a bit of white chocolate. For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with coconut oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: chocolate, candy canes, holiday treats, Christmas, desserts