Candy Cane Chocolate Hearts
Candy Cane Chocolate Hearts are the perfect festive treat to celebrate the holiday season. These delightful confections combine rich dark chocolate with crunchy crushed candy canes, creating a beautiful and delicious contrast. With their charming heart shape and vibrant colors, they make an irresistible addition to any dessert table or a thoughtful gift for friends and family. Easy to make and utterly delicious, these treats are sure to bring joy and sweet memories this holiday season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed candy canes
- Heart-shaped silicone molds
- Festive sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Prepare heart-shaped silicone molds on a baking sheet.
- Fill each mold halfway with melted chocolate and tap gently to remove air bubbles.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes over the melted chocolate while still warm.
- Pour additional melted chocolate over the candy cane layer until molds are full, smoothing the tops.
- Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes until set, then carefully remove from molds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Substitute dark chocolate with milk or white chocolate for different flavors. Experiment with toppings like festive sprinkles or chopped nuts for added texture and flair.