Description
A festive treat that combines the classic flavors of candy canes and chocolate for a delightful holiday snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini candy canes or regular size, unwrapped
- 7 ounces semi-sweet or milk chocolate, chopped or in chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional)
- 3 tablespoons festive sprinkles such as nonpareils, crushed peppermint, mini marshmallows, or white chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper to prevent sticking.
- Remove all packaging from candy canes and set aside for dipping.
- Place chocolate and coconut oil (if using) into a microwave-safe bowl; heat in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and completely smooth.
- Hold each candy cane by the curved end and dip about one-third to halfway into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Immediately sprinkle decorations over the chocolate coating before it begins to set.
- Arrange dipped candy canes on the prepared baking sheet and allow them to set at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes until firm.
- Transfer set candy canes to an airtight container and store at cool room temperature for up to two weeks.
Notes
- For a smoother finish, ensure all chocolate is melted properly.
- Feel free to customize the decorations based on your preferences.
- Use a microwave-safe bowl that is large enough to prevent spillage while melting the chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Melting and Dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy cane
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg