Dark Chocolate Dipped Apricots
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3.6
Dark Chocolate Dipped Apricots
Description
Dark Chocolate Dipped Apricots begin with soft Turkish dried apricots that are partially submerged into melted dark or semi-sweet chocolate combined with optional coconut oil to improve fluidity and sheen. The dipping process coats them halfway, giving a pleasant mixture of chocolate and fruit with each bite.
The chocolate is melted carefully in short bursts, preventing overheating that could cause the chocolate to seize. Once dipped, the apricots are placed on parchment and chilled to harden the chocolate layer, adding textural contrast to the chewy apricot.
This treat can be chilled or served at room temperature and stored in the refrigerator. It makes a straightforward, elegant snack, holiday treat, or dessert component.
If desired, other dried fruits such as figs and pears can be dipped using the same process. Soft, pliable dried fruit works best to ensure easy dipping and pleasant texture. Serving a bowl of warm melted chocolate allows guests to dip their own fruit as a fondue alternative.
Ingredients
- 24 apricots Turkish
- 11 ounce chocolate chips dark or semi sweet
- 1 tsp coconut oil optional
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Put the chocolate and coconut oil, if using, in a microwave safe bowl and cook on high for one minute. Let sit for another minute, and then stir. Put the chocolate back in for more 15 second bursts until the chocolate is completely melted and silky. Don't over-heat or the chocolate may 'seize' up into a solid mass. Let the heat in the bowl do the final melting, while you stir.
- Dip each apricot half-way into the chocolate and set on the parchment paper. Put the tray in the refrigerator to harden the chocolate.
- You can store the dipped apricots in the refrigerator, or at room temperature.
Notes
- Choose soft, pliable dried fruits like figs or pears for dipping to achieve best texture.
- Serve melted chocolate in a bowl with thin bamboo skewers for a fondue-style sharing experience.
- Fresh fruit slices such as banana, orange, apple, and pear can also be dipped using this method.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24apricots
Amount Per Serving
Calories 91 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 91kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.05g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 15mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 175mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 290IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
3.6
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