Candy Cane Chocolate Hearts
Candy Cane Chocolate Hearts are a festive delight, combining rich dark chocolate with a refreshing peppermint crunch. These charming heart-shaped candies are not only simple to make but also serve as a beautiful addition to your holiday dessert table. Perfect for gifting or sharing with loved ones, these treats will bring joy to any gathering this season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- Heart-shaped silicone molds
- Parchment paper
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a baking tray with parchment paper and placing the silicone molds on top.
- Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in half of the crushed candy canes into the melted chocolate.
- Carefully pour the mixture into heart-shaped molds, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Top each mold with the remaining crushed candy canes for added crunch and visual appeal.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until fully set, then gently remove from molds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart (20g)
- Calories: 104
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For an extra touch, sprinkle sea salt on top before chilling for delightful contrast. Experiment with different types of chocolate (milk or white) or add nuts for unique variations.