Description
Rich, silky, and customizable homemade dark chocolate crafted with just a few simple ingredients—perfect for snacking or gifting.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup cocoa butter, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: chopped nuts, dried fruit, sea salt, orange zest, or spices
Instructions
- Melt cocoa butter gently in a double boiler or a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
- Once melted, remove from heat and whisk in cocoa powder until smooth.
- Add maple syrup or honey, vanilla, and salt. Mix until fully combined and glossy.
- Stir in any desired optional ingredients like nuts or dried fruit.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into silicone molds or a parchment-lined pan.
- Tap gently to remove air bubbles and level the surface.
- Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until completely firm.
- Remove from molds and store in a cool, dry place or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Notes
- Adjust sweetener to taste depending on your preferred level of darkness.
- Use high-quality cocoa butter and powder for best flavor.
- Tempering the chocolate gives a shiny, snappy finish but is optional.
- Store in the fridge if your kitchen is warm to avoid melting.
- Try flavor variations with espresso powder, chili flakes, or peppermint extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg