Homemade Chocolate Hearts
Delightful homemade chocolate hearts that are rich, creamy, and customizable with various flavors and toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) cacao butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 10–15 drops liquid stevia (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 chili pepper
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon rose petals
Instructions
- In a double boiler, gently melt the cocoa butter and cocoa powder over medium heat.
- Add cinnamon, chili pepper, and liquid stevia, mixing well until the mixture is smooth.
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Place heart-shaped forms onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Pour the semi-liquid mixture into the molds. Silicone molds can also be used.
- Let it harden for 10-15 minutes.
- Use a wooden stick to create uneven surfaces on the hearts.
- Sprinkle rose petals on top and press them in slightly with the wood stick.
- Allow it to harden at room temperature for several hours, or place in the refrigerator if you’re in a hurry.
- Once hardened, remove from molds. Store at room temperature or refrigerated for up to 1 month, or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
Try different flavors by adding extracts or spices and adjusting sweetness with stevia.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chocolate, hearts, dessert, homemade, vegan
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