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Chocolate Christmas Trees

Chocolate Christmas Trees

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
495 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  2. 2 Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spoon melted chocolate into a small resealable plastic bag and cut off a small corner.
  3. 3 Pipe Christmas tree shape onto the parchment paper and allow to harden in a cool place overnight.
  4. 4 Once the chocolate has hardened, carefully remove chocolate trees from paper and use to decorate Christmas cakes or desserts.

By Allrecipes Member

Chocolate Tahini Spread

Chocolate Tahini Spread

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chocolate and olive oil in top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. 2 Combine tahini, honey, and cinnamon in a bowl. Stir in melted chocolate mixture until smooth and well combined. Refrigerate spread until set and spreadable, about 15 minutes.

By Allrecipes Member

Salted Chocolate-Sunflower Butter Bark

Salted Chocolate-Sunflower Butter Bark

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. 2 Place chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir constantly, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Pour melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread out with a spatula.
  4. 4 Drop several dollops of sunflower seed butter across the chocolate. Use a butter knife to cut and swirl the sunflower seed butter into the melted chocolate. Drop pretzel sticks onto the swirled mixture and press slightly into the chocolate. Sprinkle sea salt across the top.
  5. 5 Freeze for at least 1 hour. Break bark apart and serve. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

By Diana71

Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate

Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
3 min
Total
8 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat coconut milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat until warm, 3 to 5 minutes. Add chocolate and sugar; whisk until incorporated and chocolate is melted. Pour mixture into a blender and add curry powder. Cover and hold lid down with a potholder; blend until smooth, about 15 seconds.

By gem

Dark Chocolate Almond Rocks

Dark Chocolate Almond Rocks

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Total
28 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Spread almonds in a large skillet; toast over medium heat until starting to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour almonds into a bowl.
  2. 2 Melt chocolate in top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides to avoid scorching, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; pour in almonds and stir until evenly coated.
  3. 3 Drop spoonfuls of chocolate-almond mixture onto a plate lined with waxed paper.
  4. 4 Chill until set, about 10 minutes.

By Artystique

Healthy Chunky Monkey Ice Cream

Healthy Chunky Monkey Ice Cream

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
485 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chopped bananas in freezer until frozen, 8 hours to overnight.
  2. 2 Blend frozen bananas, milk, peanut butter, and chocolate in a blender until smooth.

By Living the Healthier Life

Panettone Muffins with Chocolate

Panettone Muffins with Chocolate

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 1/4 cup heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until almost boiling. Remove from heat and stir in chopped chocolate until chocolate is melted and ganache is smooth. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. 3 Combine remaining 1/4 cup cream, cubed panettone, eggs, milk, and sugar in a bowl and mix until well combined. Remove about 6 small tablespoons of panettone mixture and set aside.
  4. 4 Remove ganache from fridge and beat with an electric blender until creamy.
  5. 5 Grease a 6-cup muffin tin or line cups with paper liners. Spoon panettone mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling each 3/4 full. Make an indention with your finger into each muffin and place 1 teaspoon of chocolate ganache inside. Cover with the 6 tablespoons panettone that were set aside.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 15 to 20 minutes.

By SilviaG

Heavenly Drinkable Chocolate

Heavenly Drinkable Chocolate

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour milk into a double boiler over simmering water; heat until hot and steaming. Reduce heat to very low. Add dark chocolate and milk chocolate bit by bit, whisking gently to melt into the milk. Add ginger and cayenne once chocolate is velvety smooth with no unmelted bits.
  2. 2 Pour melted chocolate into espresso cups or other small-sized cups. Wipe steam off the bottom of the pan to prevent it from dripping into the cups as you pour.

By CoachJen

Chocolate-Covered Corn Nuts

Chocolate-Covered Corn Nuts

4.5

Prep
8 min
Cook
2 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval, 1 to 2 minutes. I microwaved for a total of 90 seconds, but every microwave is different. Once the chocolate is almost totally melted (but you can see a few chunks of chocolate), stir continuously until smooth. Set aside to cool for 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. 2 Lay a sheet of parchment paper on a work surface or baking sheet.
  3. 3 Add the corn nuts to the melted chocolate and stir until evenly coated. Spoon clusters of the chocolate-corn nut mixture onto the parchment paper, about 1 heaping tablespoon each.
  4. 4 Allow to set at room temperature or place in the refrigerator for faster setting. Once set, serve immediately or keep in a cool place for up to 2 weeks.

By Diana Moutsopoulos

Chocolate Sea Salt Crostini

Chocolate Sea Salt Crostini

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
6 min
Total
11 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. 2 Arrange baguette slices in a single layer on the baking sheet. Place under broiler until golden, 2 minutes. Turn each slice over and broil 2 minutes. Turn off broiler.
  3. 3 Turn each slice over again; drizzle with olive oil. Push chocolate piece into the center of each slice and return baking sheet to oven for 2 more minutes. Remove from oven and lightly sprinkle each chocolate piece with sea salt.

By John Mitzewich

Rich and Gooey Hot Chocolate Mousse Cake

Rich and Gooey Hot Chocolate Mousse Cake

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 Combine dark chocolate, sugar, butter, and salt in top of a double boiler over simmering water; heat, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula, until melted and smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in eggs until well blended. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until edges pull away from the sides of the baking dish, about 35 minutes.

By lanicook

Pistachio, Pink Peppercorn, and Currant Bark

Pistachio, Pink Peppercorn, and Currant Bark

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
2 min
Total
57 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 2/3 of the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until chocolate is nearly melted but some chunks remain, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from microwave and stir until completely smooth. Add the remaining 1/3 of dark chocolate. Stir well until all the chocolate has melted.
  2. 2 Lay out a large sheet of parchment paper on a flat work surface. Pour melted chocolate onto parchment and spread into a thin, even layer using a spatula. Scatter pink peppercorns, pistachios, and currants quickly over chocolate before it sets.
  3. 3 Leave the chocolate to set fully, about 45 minutes. Break into randomly sized pieces and store in an airtight container.

By Diana Moutsopoulos

Tiger Butter Chocolates

Tiger Butter Chocolates

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with plastic wrap.
  2. 2 Melt white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, frequently stirring and scraping down the sides of the boiler with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching.
  3. 3 Place melted white chocolate in a large bowl and stir in peanut butter until well combined. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth top with a spatula.
  4. 4 Melt dark chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, frequently stirring and scraping down the sides of the boiler with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Drizzle melted dark chocolate over the white chocolate-peanut butter mixture in stripes. Use a butter knife to make a marble pattern.
  5. 5 Allow candy to set until it begins to firm up but is not solidified, about 45 minutes. Cut into squares.

By willywonka

Chocolate Air Cookies with Chocolate Chips

Chocolate Air Cookies with Chocolate Chips

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with baking parchment.
  2. 2 Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Let chocolate cool slightly while preparing the egg whites.
  3. 3 Beat egg whites in a glass or metal bowl until foamy. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites will form sharp peaks. Stir cream of tartar into the egg whites.
  4. 4 Scoop some of the egg whites into the cooled melted chocolate and fold until smooth. Fold the chocolate mixture into the remaining egg whites. Fold in vanilla extract. Stir chocolate chips into the mixture; drop by spoonful onto the prepared baking sheet.
  5. 5 Bake until cookies set in their centers, 10 to 15 minutes.

By Epagoza

Dark and Creamy Chocolate Cake

Dark and Creamy Chocolate Cake

2.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Generously butter a 9x2 inch round cake pan and dust with flour.
  2. 2 Melt butter and chocolate together in a heavy saucepan over very low heat. Remove from heat and whisk in sugar and eggs 1 at a time. Stir vigorously 2 or 3 times, then gently whisk in flour and salt. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Rap pan once against the counter to settle batter.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
  4. 4 Run a knife around the edge of the pan and cool for 10 minutes. Unmold cake and cool right-side up on a wire rack.

By Bean cookers

Chocolate "I Scream" Cookie Sandwiches

Chocolate "I Scream" Cookie Sandwiches

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Cover the flat side of 4 cookies with melted dark chocolate; tap the cookies lightly to smooth out the chocolate.
  3. 3 While still wet, use a piping bag or spoon to make a ghost shape with the white chocolate; tap lightly once more to smooth as needed. More white designs can be added to the dark chocolate background if desired.
  4. 4 Use melted dark chocolate to make the eyes and screaming mouth; tap or shake once more to even and smooth out.
  5. 5 Let chocolate cool until hard and dry to the touch, at least 1 hour.
  6. 6 Scoop ice cream on 4 remaining cookies, and cover with the tops. Carefully press to flatten, and transfer to a freezer to freeze thoroughly before serving.
  7. 7 Serve and enjoy!

By John Mitzewich

Ultimate Irish Cream Chocolate Mousse

Ultimate Irish Cream Chocolate Mousse

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt chocolate in a small saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  2. 2 Beat egg yolks in a large bowl; stir in cooled melted chocolate and Baileys. Fold in 1/2 of the whipped cream.
  3. 3 Beat egg whites in a separate bowl until stiff; fold into chocolate mixture.
  4. 4 Spoon mousse into serving glasses and garnish with remaining whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.

By avanika777

Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
190 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Chill coconut milk, agave syrup, peppermint extract, and dark chocolate prior to preparing to quicken the freezing process.
  2. 2 Blend coconut milk in a blender until smooth and evenly mixed; add agave syrup and peppermint extract and blend until smooth.
  3. 3 Transfer coconut milk mixture to an ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer's instructions for ice cream, adding chocolate pieces when indicated. Freeze for 2 hours before serving.

By Kate

Layered Peppermint Bark

Layered Peppermint Bark

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a 9x12-inch baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper; set aside.
  2. 2 Melt 1/2 of the white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Spread melted white chocolate into the prepared pan. Sprinkle 1/4 of the crushed peppermint candies evenly over white chocolate. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, melt dark chocolate, heavy cream, and peppermint extract in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water, stirring frequently, until just melted. Quickly pour chocolate over chilled white chocolate layer; spread evenly. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 20 minutes.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, melt remaining white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water, stirring frequently, until just melted. Spread quickly over chilled chocolate layers. Sprinkle with remaining peppermint candies. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 20 minutes. Cut or break into small pieces to serve.

By carol

Homemade Valentine's Chocolates

Homemade Valentine's Chocolates

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chocolate into a bowl; add chipotle pepper and salt.
  2. 2 Heat cream in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until it comes to a boil. Pour over chocolate and let stand for 3 minutes. Stir gently until chocolate mixture is completely smooth.
  3. 3 Pour chocolate mixture out onto a sheet of plastic wrap on a work surface. Pick up one edge of the plastic and roll chocolate into a rough log shape. Continue to roll, wrapping chocolate in the plastic. Refrigerate until chilled and firm, 30 to 60 minutes.
  4. 4 Place cocoa powder in a small bowl.
  5. 5 Unwrap chocolate and cut in half crosswise; cut each half into halves lengthwise. Rough-cut candy into 1/2-inch squares.
  6. 6 Place chocolate squares into cocoa powder and toss gently to coat.

By John Mitzewich

Dark Chocolate Pudding

Dark Chocolate Pudding

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
500 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix 1/2 cup sugar and flour together in a small bowl.
  2. 2 Mix remaining sugar and egg in another bowl. Add to flour mixture and mix together.
  3. 3 Heat milk in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat until warm, about 5 minutes; do not let boil. Stir sugar mixture into milk and cook over medium-high heat until it starts to bubble, about 5 minutes, stirring quickly the entire time to ensure it doesn't burn. Let bubble for at least 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. 4 Pour pudding into serving bowls, cover, and refrigerate for 8 hours, to overnight.

By Lara C

Toffee II

Toffee II

4.1

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. 2 Combine sugar, butter, water, and salt in a heavy saucepan. Cook, stirring continuously until the mixture reaches light crack stage (310 degrees F, 160 degrees C) on a candy thermometer). Remove the pan from heat and stir in vanilla. Pour mixture into the prepared baking pan.
  3. 3 Lay chocolate bars on top of the hot mixture and spread the melting chocolate over the top of the mixture. Chill well. Crack into pieces to serve.

By mark

Chocolate Fondant A La Maille®

Chocolate Fondant A La Maille®

5.0

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix the whipping cream and Maille® Honey mustard. Pour into cube shaped silicone molds and freeze until solid. Melt chocolate and butter in double boiler. Mix egg yolks with flour and cocoa. Pour melted chocolate and butter into egg mixture and stir.
  2. 2 Beat egg whites until bubbly, and then add sugar. Blend egg whites into chocolate mix.
  3. 3 Line molds (3" high, 3" diameter) with greased wax paper. Fill with chocolate mixture. Place a frozen cube in center and cover with chocolate mix. Bake at 350 degrees for 7 minutes. Cool, remove from mold and serve.

By Maille

Schokoladenmakronen (Gluten-Free Christmas Chocolate Meringues)

Schokoladenmakronen (Gluten-Free Christmas Chocolate Meringues)

5.0

Prep
45 min
Cook
30 min
Total
81 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Grate dark chocolate with a fine grater (such as Microplane®) into a bowl.
  3. 3 Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form. Add sugar and vanilla sugar gradually, continuing to beat. Sift cocoa powder over grated chocolate; fold mixture with a spatula carefully into the egg whites.
  4. 4 Use 2 teaspoons to place little mounds of chocolate mixture 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are dried on the outside and slightly darkened on the bottom, about 30 minutes, depending on the size of the cookies.
  6. 6 Allow to cool on the baking sheets for 1 to 2 minutes, then carefully transfer onto a wire rack to cool completely, about 5 minutes.

By Barbara Sauermann

Little Chocolate Heart Cakes with Pears

Little Chocolate Heart Cakes with Pears

Prep
15 min
Cook
11 min
Total
56 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place an 8-cavity heart silicone mold onto a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each melting, 1 to 3 minutes. Cool for 2 minutes.
  3. 3 Combine sugar and butter in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add melted chocolate, 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon flour, egg, and baking powder and mix in. Fold in pear and almonds into batter. Spoon batter into the prepared heart-shaped molds.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 10 minutes. Cool completely, about 30 minutes, then unmold.

By eloline

Easy Dark Chocolate Mousse

Easy Dark Chocolate Mousse

3.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
380 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Beat 3/4 cup sugar and egg yolks together in a bowl.
  2. 2 Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval, 1 to 3 minutes. Add butter gradually and beat until smooth. Beat into the egg yolk mixture.
  3. 3 Beat egg whites and salt together in another bowl until stiff peaks form. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sugar over and beat for 2 minutes more. Stir egg whites slowly into chocolate bowl. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours; overnight is best.

By Mandi

Homemade Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread

Homemade Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine white sugar and raw sugar in a food processor or blender; process until pulverized. You may have to do this in batches to not burn the motor.
  2. 2 Add hazelnuts to the sugar mixture in the food processor, and continue blending until a smooth cream forms. Add powdered milk and blend to combine. Add oil and blend again.
  3. 3 Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval, 1 to 3 minutes total. Add to the cream in the food processor, and blend until everything is well combined. Pour into a glass jar and allow to cool before sealing and refrigerating.

By Buckwheat Queen

Pear and Chocolate Tart

Pear and Chocolate Tart

4.0

Prep
Cook
50 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Roll pastry out to 1/4 inch thickness and use it to line a 9-inch tart dish. Prick the pastry with a fork and then place into the freezer for 20 minutes to prevent pastry from rising during baking.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Set crust aside. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  4. 4 Heat a saucepan about 1/3-full of water to a low simmer, about 5 minutes, then reduce heat to lowest setting. Place a heat-proof bowl over the pan in such a way that it does not touch the water. Add chocolate to the bowl and allow to melt. Limit stirring to an absolute minimum to prevent chocolate from separating.
  5. 5 Mix ground almonds, eggs, sugar, and butter together in a bowl. Add warm melted chocolate and stir to combine. Pour chocolate mixture into the baked pastry crust.
  6. 6 Arrange pears on top of the tart by pressing them into the chocolate mixture.
  7. 7 Bake in the hot oven until pastry is golden and mixture is firm, 35 to 45 minutes.

By vicki oliver