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Chocolate Dipped Nuts
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The following is a guest post written by Allison of Some the Wiser.
Welcome, Allison!
I have a real sweet tooth, but lately I’ve been trying to curb my sugar habit. I’ve been looking for snacks that give me a good dose of protein and energy, without all the unhealthy sugars.
A few healthy snack recipes that I’ve been enjoying include Ham and Cheese Apple Wraps and Buffalo Celery Sticks, but sometimes I need something a little sweeter. This simple Chocolate Dipped Nuts recipe satisfies on so many levels.
When you use high quality dark chocolate, at least 60% cacao, this recipe is a healthy and delicious way to survive sweet cravings. Best of all, the nuts are so filling that you’ll only need a small handful at a time!
Choose raw, unsalted nuts known for their healthy qualities, like almonds, walnuts, and pecans, and this snack is one you definitely won’t feel guilty indulging in.
These chocolate dipped nuts also make a great homemade gift for anyone who needs a little extra sweetness in their life. They are definitely something to keep in mind as a teach gift idea as the end of the school year approaches as well as for anytime you’re in need of a simple hostess gift.
Chocolate Dipped Nuts Flavor Variations:
Dress up this basic chocolate dipped nuts recipe with a few fun variations.
- Sprinkle freshly dipped nuts with coarse sea salt
- Sprinkle freshly dipped nuts with cinnamon
- Add 4 drops of high quality orange essential oil to melted chocolate mixture
What healthy tricks do you use to satisfy your sweet tooth?
Chocolate Dipped Nuts
Ingredients:
3 cups raw, unsalted nuts (like almonds, pecan halves, or walnut halves)
4 ounces dark chocolate, at least 60% cacao, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons heavy creamDirections:
Cover a large baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Set aside.
In a small saucepan combine chopped chocolate and cream over low heat. Stir constantly until mixture is smooth and creamy. Remove from heat.
Dip nuts halfway into melted chocolate mixture then place on parchment covered baking sheet. When all of the nuts have been dipped, refrigerate for 30 to 40 minutes or until chocolate is set.
Eat immediately or store in the fridge or freezer.
About the Author:
Allison Ruth is mama to three hungry girls. She blogs at Some the Wiser where she takes life as it comes and tries to learn a little something as she goes. Whether she’s baking bread, sewing, or contemplating the fate of socks gone missing in the laundry, she looks for the peace and creativity life offers to everyone who is paying attention. Living life deliberately isn’t easy, she admits, but it helps when you have good things to eat. You can also find her at Allison Ruth Photography.
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Hello! I'm Katie Goodman, author of GoodLife Eats Etc. where I share what I find in my life. A mix of great recipes, family memories, adventures, good reads, and anything else that I love is what you will discover here.
What a great idea. I’d love to make these for my diabetic dad. I think he’d love them.
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Oh my goodness….those look delicious:) So happy I stopped by!!!
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Such a simple yet satisfying snack. Lovely photos, Allison!
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I too am in need of curbing my sweet tooth. Thanks for this delicious alternative to junk.
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I love this idea! Nuts provide such healthy essential oils and I’ll bet the dab of dark chocolate makes it so delicious and satisfies the sweet tooth..
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I can’t wait to make this as my next hostess gift!
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I am so making these nuts at home
thanks for inspiration 
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Do you have to use the heavy cream? I am trying to stay away from too much dairy, but have a need for dark chocolate almonds!
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Allison replied: — November 10th, 2012 @ 6:33 PM
The only other dipping chocolate recipes I am familiar with call for a tablespoon or so of shortening instead of the cream. I haven’t ever tried it without the cream, but as long as you are prepared to dip quickly, I think it would work okay. Just don’t add water because that will cause the chocolate to seize up.
I think this goes into the OMG category!! I think I’m going to make this as a gift from me… to me!! LOVE this idea. I’m with you on the calorie reduction, but a handful of these would fill me up as well as curb my chocolate craving. FAbulous!!!
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These look delicious!
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