Taste of Home Chocolate Delights: 201 brownies, truffles, cakes and more
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Chocolate-lovers…rejoice! The ultimate chocolate cookbooks is here! Taste of Home Chocolate Delights features 201 luscious sensations ideal for any occasion—from coffee breaks and dessert time to morning noshing and late-night snacking. Take a look inside, and you’ll find everything you need to satisfy your chocolate-covered sweet tooth.
Never made chocolate candy before? Let this book show you how with dozens of easy ideas for chocolate bark, fudge, nut clusters and more. Do you pull over for local bakeries? Check out the recipes for brownies, cakes, pies and muffins—all featuring chocolate!
You’ll also enjoy luscious chocolate cheesecakes, marbled icebox favorites and quick breads loaded with chips. Get cozy with mugs of hot chocolate, blended mocha coffees and other sweet sippers, and stir up heavenly hot fudge sauces, frostings and fondues that are sure to jazz up dessert menus. After all, when it comes to curbing a craving, nothing satisfies like chocolate…and with the 201 recipes in Chocolate Delights, a sweet specialty is always at your fingertips.
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Chocolate Facts
Chocolate comes from cocoa beans, which are processed to produce cocoa powder, cocoa butter and chocolate liquor. Chocolate liquor is simply the liquid that’s created when the meat of the cocoa bean nibs are crushed. Here’s the chocolaty difference in popular baking ingredients:
BAKING COCOA is a powdery residue that remains after the cocoa butter is removed from the chocolate liquor. Dutch-processed cocoa has been treated during processing with an alkalizing agent, which produces a smoother flavor and darker color than untreated baking cocoa.
CANDY COATING is not considered true chocolate because it uses other vegetable fats instead of cocoa butter. Candy coatings come in a variety of flavors, and are used mainly as a coating on cookies, fruits or nuts, or in candy-making.
CHOCOLATE CHIPS are available in standard, miniature and larger chunk
sizes. Chocolate chips come in a variety of flavors, including semisweet, milk, and vanilla or white.
CHOCOLATE SYRUP is a liquid made from cocoa, corn syrup and flavorings.
GERMAN SWEET CHOCOLATE comes in a bar and is a sweeter chocolate than semisweet.
MILK CHOCOLATE contains cocoa butter, sugar, vanilla, chocolate liquor and 12% milk solids. It’s sold as chips and candy bars.
SEMISWEET AND BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE are sometimes used interchangeably in cooking. However, bittersweet chocolate is less sweet than semisweet chocolate. Semisweet chocolate is made with chocolate liquor, additional cocoa butter, sugar and vanilla. It’s sold as chips, in packages of 1-ounce squares, and as candy bars.
UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE may also be called baking chocolate. It’s solidified chocolate liquor and does not contain sugar. It’s available in 1-ounce squares.
WHITE CHOCOLATE is not a true chocolate because it does not contain chocolate liquor. White chocolate is made with cocoa butter, sugar, milk solids and vanilla. It’s available in packages of chips and 1-ounce squares.
CHOCOLATE-TOPPED MARSHMALLOW STICKS
I like to use all sorts of different marshmallow shapes and flavors to mix this recipe up a bit. These fun sticks are quite popular at our local bake sales.
—TERI RASEY CADILLAC, MI
PREP: 20 MIN. + STANDING • COOK: 10 MIN. • MAKES: 3 DOZEN
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
3 teaspoons shortening, divided
36 lollipop sticks
1 package (10 ounces) large marshmallows (about 36)
1/2 cup white baking chips
Optional toppings: assorted nonpareils, colored sugars, small or crushed candies and flaked coconut
1. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and 2 teaspoons shortening; stir until smooth.
2. Insert one lollipop stick into each marshmallow. Dip marshmallows in melted chocolate, turning to coat; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper.
3. In a microwave, melt white baking chips with remaining shortening; drizzle over chocolate. Decorate with toppings if desired. Let stand until set.
4. Use to stir servings of hot cocoa. Store in an airtight container.
CANDY CRUSHING
Crush up hard candies by placing them inside a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag and using a hammer.
NUTTY CHOCOLATE PEANUT CLUSTERS
I’m always amazed at just how simple these chocolaty nut clusters are to make. Bring them out after holiday meals or for a party.
—CHRISTINE EILERTS JONES, OK
PREP: 10 MIN. + CHILLING • COOK: 10 MIN. • MAKES: 2 3/4 POUNDS
1 pound white candy coating, chopped
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
1 jar (16 ounces) dry roasted peanuts
1. In a double boiler or metal bowl over hot water, melt candy coating and chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in peanuts.
2. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate clusters for 10-15 minutes or until set. Store in airtight containers.
PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CUPS
Our children love these creamy candies. I think they’re even better than the store-bought ones.
—ALJENE WENDLING SEATTLE, WA
PREP: 20 MIN. + CHILLING • MAKES: 1 DOZEN
1 milk chocolate candy bar (7 ounces)
1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon shortening
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1. In a microwave, melt chocolate, butter and shortening; stir until smooth. Place foil or paper miniature baking cups in a miniature muffin tin. Place 1 tablespoon of chocolate mixture in each cup.
2. In a microwave, melt peanut butter; stir until smooth. Spoon into cups. Top with the remaining chocolate mixture. Remelt chocolate mixture if necessary. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until firm.
CHOCOLATE CARAMEL CRACKER BARS
Make them Saturday and they’ll be gone by Monday—these bars with a cracker crust are just that delicious. Treat your family to the yumminess!
—ALLY BILLHORN WILTON, IA
PREP: 15 MIN. • COOK: 10 MIN. + CHILLING • MAKES: 27 BARS
1 teaspoon plus 3/4 cup butter, cubed
45 Club crackers (2 1/2x1 inch)
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
1. Line a 9-in. square baking pan with foil and grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter. Arrange a single layer of the crackers in the pan.
2. In a large saucepan, combine milk, brown sugar, corn syrup and remaining butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to maintain a low boil; cook and stir 7 minutes. Remove from heat. Evenly spread a third of the mixture over the crackers. Repeat cracker and caramel layers twice.
3. Immediately sprinkle chocolate chips over caramel; let stand for 3-5 minutes or until glossy. Spread over top. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours or until chocolate is set. Using foil, lift layers out of pan; cut into 3x1-in. bars.
CHOCOLATE-DIPPED LAVENDER PINE NUT BRITTLE
Take a trip to the south of France with this uniquely flavored brittle. It’s a lovely addition to any candy spread.
—TASTE OF HOME TEST KITCHEN
PREP: 15 MIN. • COOK: 25 MIN. • MAKES: 3 POUNDS
1 tablespoon butter, melted
3 cups sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup water
4 1/2 cups pine nuts
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon dried lavender flowers
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped
1. Grease two 15x10x1-in. pans with melted butter; set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and water. Cook without stirring over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 230° (thread stage). Carefully add pine nuts; cook and stir constantly until mixture reaches 300° (hard-crack stage).
3. Remove from the heat; stir in the softened butter, baking soda, vanilla, lavender and salt. Immediately pour into prepared pans. Spread to 1/4-in. thickness. Cool before breaking into pieces.
4. In a microwave, melt chocolate coating; stir until smooth. Dip each candy piece halfway into the melted chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper and let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.
NOTES Look for dried lavender flowers in spice shops. If using lavender from the garden, make sure it hasn’t been treated with chemicals.
We recommend you test your candy thermometer before each use by bringing water to a boil; the thermometer should read 212°. Adjust your recipe temperature up or down based on your test.
CHOCOLATE-DIPPED CANDY CANES
I couldn’t resist combining my two loves—peppermint and chocolate! If any candy canes break accidentally, it’s an extra treat for you!
—SANDRA BAUMGARTEN VANCOUVER, WA
PREP: 20 MIN. + STANDING • COOK: 5 MIN. • MAKES: 1 DOZEN
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
12 candy canes (6 inches each)
3 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped
Optional toppings: assorted colored sugars or sprinkles and crushed candies
1. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Dip curved ends of candy canes in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place candy canes on waxed paper.
2. In a microwave, melt white baking chocolate; stir until smooth. Drizzle over chocolate. Decorate with toppings if desired. Let stand until set.
3. Use to stir servings of hot cocoa.
CANDY CREATION
Candy canes are said to have been the idea of a choirmaster at a cathedral in Germany in the 1670s. He bent the end of a piece of sugar stick candy to resemble a shepherd’s staff. The canes were handed out to children to help keep them quiet during the long Christmas services. Stripes did not appear until after 1900.
CANDY-LICIOUS FUDGE
A no-fuss fudge prepared in the microwave that tastes like a candy bar? It sounds too good to be true, but it’s not!
—DEE LANCASTER OZARK, MO
PREP: 15 MIN. + CHILLING • MAKES: 2 1/4 POUNDS
1 teaspoon butter
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 package (11 ounces) peanut butter and milk chocolate chips
1 cup milk chocolate chips
2/3 cup milk chocolate English toffee bits
1 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Line a 9-in. square baking pan with foil and grease the foil with butter; set aside. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk, chips and toffee bits. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir. Cook 1-2 minutes longer, stirring every minute, or until chips are melted. Stir in pecans and vanilla. Transfer to prepared pan. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Gently peel off foil; cut into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container.
NOTE This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.
CRANBERRY-PISTACHIO TRUFFLES
Rich and encrusted with pistachios, these cranberry-studded truffles are too good to pass up. They’re a favorite indulgence at Christmastime.
—MICHAEL JONES YORKTOWN, VA
PREP: 35 MIN. + CHILLING • MAKES: ABOUT 2 1/2 DOZEN
10 ounces 53% cacao dark baking chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
2 tablespoons dark baking cocoa
1/2 cup finely chopped shelled pistachios
1. Place chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cranberry sauce and cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until firm enough to shape.
2. Combine confectioners’ sugar and cocoa. Shape truffle mixture into 1-in. balls. Roll in cocoa mixture, then in pistachios. Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
TIGER BUTTER CANDY
Fans of tiger butter fudge will revel in this version that’s very similar to bark candy. The chocolate swirls are pleasing to the eye, and the creamy peanut butter flavor is an added delight.
—PHILIP JONES LUBBOCK, TX
PREP: 15 MIN. + CHILLING • MAKES: ABOUT 1 1/4 POUNDS
1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon shortening
Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with foil; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt candy coating and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Spread into prepared pan. In another microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over top; cut through with a knife to swirl. Chill until firm. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
TRUFFLE CHERRIES
My family and I are a bunch of chocolate lovers. Double chocolate gems like these don’t last long at our house!
—ANNE DROUIN DUNNVILLE, ON
PREP: 20 MIN. + CHILLING • MAKES: ABOUT 2 DOZEN
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sugar
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 jar (8 ounces) maraschino cherries with stems, well drained
COATING
6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons shortening
1. In a small saucepan, bring the cream, butter and sugar to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate until melted. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until easy to handle.
2. Pat cherries with paper towels until very dry. Shape a teaspoonful of chocolate mixture around each cherry, forming a ball. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours or until firm.
3. In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip cherries until coated; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper to set.
SWEET & SALTY CANDY
I’ve been making this candy for the past few years to serve at teacher appreciation lunches and to contribute for bake sales. It always disappears quickly, no matter where I take it! For bake sales, I break the candy up and package it in little cellophane bags from the craft store.
—ANNA GINSBERG AUSTIN, TX
PREP: 15 MIN. • BAKE: 10 MIN. + COOLING • MAKES: ABOUT 1 1/2 POUNDS
2 cups miniature pretzels, coarsely crushed
1/2 cup corn chips, coarsely crushed
1/2 cup salted peanuts
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1. Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with foil and grease the foil; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the pretzels, corn chips and peanuts.
2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in brown sugar until melted. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Boil 1 minute, stirring twice. Pour over pretzel mixture; toss to coat. Transfer mixture to prepared pan.
3. Bake 7 minutes. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. Bake 1-2 minutes longer or until chips are softened. Spread over top. Cool on a wire rack 1 hour. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
BACKWOODS BONFIRE BARK
Packed with chocolate, marshmallows and peanuts, this treat reminds me of being up north at my family’s cabin. The bark also sells quickly at school bake sales.
—JAMIE MCMAHON COLOGNE, MN
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