Sometimes I just want something sweet without all the fuss. This is the recipe I came up with for exactly that purpose. It’s quick, requires minimal prep, and is versatile. All you need is melting chocolate and nuts.
I’m sure a chocolatier is having a fit somewhere—going on about the proper way to temper chocolate, the appropriate fat ratio, or the perfect glossy finish. This is not that.
What this offers instead is a simple chocolate treat for even the biggest chocolate lover or the mom who just wants a bit of indulgence.
Chocolate and Nuts Treat
Equipment
- Silicone Muffin Tin
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 bag Melting Chocolate Chips any quality melting chocolate
- 1 container Salted Mixed Nuts
Instructions
- Cover the bottom of a muffin pan with 1 to 2 tablespoon of chocolate chips
- Place in oven at 200°F (about 93 °C) for about 5 minutes, or until chocolate is shiny and starting to melt
- Remove from oven and shake the pan a bit to ensure chocolate melts evenly and covers the bottom
- Sprinkle a layer of nuts on top and gently press nuts into chocolate.
- Once cool to the touch, place pan in the refrigerator to harden for about 30 minutes
- Remove treats from muffin pan and try not to bite your fingers off
- Store any extras in an airtight container in the refrigerator
Notes
Tips:
- Use cupcake liners in a non silicone muffin tin to easily pop out your treats with little to no mess.
- Be sure your chocolate is made to melt, not the chocolate chips used in making cookies, which hold their shape.
This base recipe alone is sure to please. If you want to dress it up, here are a few ways to make it stand out:
1. Use different silicon molds for shapes. I used heart or star shapes
2. Add nut butter and top with an extra layer of chocolate to make nut butter cups
3. Mix in dried fruit such as raisins or dates
4. Try different types of nuts and seeds
FAQs / Troubleshooting
Can I use a different chocolate?
Yes. Any quality chocolate made for melting will work, including dairy-free options.
Can I use different nuts?
Yes. Use whatever nuts or seeds your family prefers.
Can I add fruit?
Yes. Dried fruit works well. Dates are a favorite.
My chocolate didn’t melt—what happened?
You’re likely using standard chocolate chips. Use chocolate made for melting, which has a higher cocoa butter content and melts more smoothly.
Do I have to use a silicone mold?
No. A muffin pan with liners works well, or you can make small mounds on a lined baking sheet.
How long do they last?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They keep well for several days and are best eaten cold, as they soften at room temperature.
Realistic Expectations
These are a bit messier than hard-coated chocolates. They will soften and melt in your hand.
AI may have helped refine this post, but every idea, recipe, and opinion is 100% mine. I thought it, cooked it, and tasted it—AI is just the assistant, not the chef. No robots were harmed (or fed) in the making of this content!
