Chocolate Covered Cranberry Sauce Bites for Festive Indulgence Recipe
These Chocolate Covered Cranberry Sauce Bites combine the tartness of jellied cranberry sauce with smooth dark chocolate, making a perfect festive treat for holiday gatherings or indulgent snacking. With an optional coconut oil addition for creaminess, crushed nuts for crunch, and decorative sprinkles, these bite-sized delights are both visually appealing and deliciously satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20-24 cranberry sauce bites 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cranberry Sauce
- 1 can Canned Jellied Cranberry Sauce
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips (Can substitute with milk chocolate for sweeter flavor.)
- 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil (Optional for smoother dipping.)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup Crushed Nuts (For added crunch.)
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt (Enhances flavor.)
- 1/4 cup Festive Sprinkles (For decoration.)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cranberry Sauce: Open a can of jellied cranberry sauce and carefully slice it into ½-inch thick rounds for uniform size and easy handling.
- Freeze: Arrange the cranberry slices in a single layer on a lined baking sheet and place them in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up and make dipping easier.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil if using. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Dip Cranberry Slices: Using a fork, dip each frozen cranberry slice into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off before placing back onto the lined baking sheet.
- Add Toppings: Immediately sprinkle crushed nuts, sea salt, and festive sprinkles over the chocolate-coated cranberry slices for flavor and decoration before the chocolate hardens.
- Set the Chocolate: Return the baking sheet to the freezer for another 30 minutes to allow the chocolate coating to firm up completely, forming a crisp shell around each bite.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once set, transfer the chocolate covered cranberry sauce bites to a platter for serving, or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate for a richer, slightly bitter contrast or milk chocolate for a sweeter version.
- Optional coconut oil helps achieve a smoother, shinier chocolate coating.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with shredded coconut, sea salt flakes, or chopped dried fruits.
- Keep the bites chilled to prevent the chocolate from melting during serving.
- These bites can be made ahead and stored in the freezer for up to two weeks.
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