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    Home » How to » Chocolate Covered Almonds – Step by Step

    Chocolate Covered Almonds – Step by Step

    June 6, 2019 Maria 16 Comments

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    Dark chocolate covered almonds in a white ceramic dish.

    Have you ever wondered how to make Chocolate Covered Almonds? Here is a step by step recipe that will have you saying goodbye to commercial and hello to homemade! Perfect for gift giving.

    Chocolate covered almonds in a white bowl.

    Chocolate Covered Almonds

    Are you looking for diy food gifts?

    Some of my favorite homemade food gifts to make are these Cocoa Dusted Almonds and this Easy Chocolate Bark Recipe.

    The combination of almonds and chocolate, especially dark chocolate, is a creative and unique way to say thank-you.

    Today, I’m excited to share another wonderful no-bake chocolate recipe.

    Let’s get started, shall we?

    Chocolate covered nuts in a white ceramic bowl, surrounded by a tea tower.

    How to Make Chocolate Covered Almonds:

    The first thing we are going to do is line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set it aside.

    Although the roasting of the almonds is optional, it really elevates the taste of this chocolate treat. Allow to cool down to room temperature before proceeding with the recipe.

    Over medium heat, bring to a small pot of water to a simmer. Place the chocolate (14 ounces) in a heatproof bowl and place over the pot. 

    When the chocolate is almost completely melted, remove the pan and the bowl from the heat and stir to finish melting. Note: If using microwave, heat in 30 seconds intervals.

    Quickly add the almonds (1 cup) and stir to coat completely.

    Using 2 forks, pick up one almond at a time and transfer to the parchment lined baking sheet. Remove as much excess chocolate as possible. Repeat this step until all the almonds have been transferred.

    When placing the chocolate covered almonds on the sheet, keep them separate otherwise they will stick together when the chocolate dries. 

    Allow to air dry for about 1 hour. Once dry, peel them off the parchment paper and enjoy. For longer storage, place in an airtight jar and keep at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

    Chocolate coated almonds in a white ceramic bowl.

    Chocolate Covered Almonds Tips and Recipe Notes:

    • Always use fresh and unsalted almonds. Whole natural almonds and nothing else. Use a high quality nut in order to get a high quality final product. 
    • As an option, sprinkle with sea salt. If you like the sweet and salty combination of flavors, sprinkle some sea salt before the chocolate hardens.

    Can any chocolate be used? Yes. Bittersweet, semi-sweet or milk chocolate can be used to make this chocolate snack.

    Can I use chocolate chips? Yes, but the final product has the potential to have streaks. Still delicious but not as pretty to look at. 

    Why did my melted chocolate turn white? Overheating the chocolate and/or using chocolate with excess moisture (previously frozen/cold chocolate) are potential causes. This is referred to as chocolate bloom.

    Can I make chocolate nut clusters? Yes. Simply place 3-4 chocolate almonds piled together on the parchment paper. 

    Can I use roasted almonds? Yes, in fact if you have the time, chocolate covered roasted almonds provides a superior flavor with a crunch.

    How do I roast almonds? Scatter the whole almonds in a small roasting pan and place in a preheated oven (350°F) for about 6-8 minutes. Shake the pan occasionally to prevent scorching the nuts.

    How do I store these chocolates? Place in an airtight container and store at room temperature for about 2 weeks. 

    A white ceramic dish filled with dark chocolate almonds.

    Origins of the recipe for Chocolate Covered Almonds:

    When my kids were younger, I was always looking for creative ways to use up all the chocolate they would get at Halloween and Easter. 

    Combining it with nuts transformed a simple chocolate treat into a snack that was slightly more nutritious. 

    As a gentle reminder, do be mindful as to how many of these you eat at once as they are very addictive!

    THANKS SO MUCH for following and being part of the She Loves Biscotti community where you will find Simple & Tasty Family-Friendly Recipes with an Italian Twist.

    Ciao for now,

    Maria

    ★★★★★ If you have made this dark chocolate almonds recipe, I would love to hear about it in the comments below and be sure to rate the recipe!

    Chocolate coated almonds in a white ceramic bowl.

    Chocolate Covered Almonds

    Have you ever wondered how to make Chocolate Covered Almonds? Here is a how-to recipe that will have you saying goodbye to commercial and hello to homemade!
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 16 tablespoons
    Calories: 200kcal
    Author: Maria Vannelli RD
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup almonds whole, unsalted, roasted (optional)
    • 14 ounces dark chocolate (70%) 400 grams

    Instructions

    • Line a standard baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside. 
    • Break the dark chocolate into little pieces and place in a heatproof bowl.
    • Set bowl of chocolate over pot of water. Ensure water does not touch the bottom of the bowl.
    • Bring a pot of water to a simmer.
    • When chocolate is almost completely melted, remove from heat and stir to finish melting.
    • Combine and stir to completely coat the almonds with the melted chocolate.
    • Using a fork or a dipping tool, Transfer the evenly coated chocolate almonds to parchment paper one by one and in a single layer, keeping them separate. Remove as much excess chocolate as possible.
    • Continue in this manner until all the almonds have been transferred. 
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    Notes

    • Always use fresh and unsalted almonds. Whole natural almonds and nothing else. Use a high quality nut in order to get a high quality final product. 
    • As an option, sprinkle with sea salt. If you like the sweet and salty combination of flavors, sprinkle some sea salt before the chocolate hardens.
    Can any chocolate be used? Yes. Bittersweet, semi-sweet or milk chocolate can be used to make this chocolate snack.
    Can I use chocolate chips? Yes, but the final product has the potential to have streaks. Still delicious but not as pretty to look at. 
    Why did my melted chocolate turn white? Overheating the chocolate and/or using chocolate with excess moisture (previously frozen/cold chocolate) are potential causes. 
    Can I make chocolate nut clusters? Yes. Simply place 3-4 chocolate almonds piled together on the parchment paper. 
    Can I use roasted almonds? Yes, in fact if you have the time, chocolate covered roasted almonds provides a superior flavor with a crunch.
    How do I roast almonds? Scatter the whole almonds in a small roasting pan and place in a preheated oven (350°F) for about 6-8 minutes. Shake the pan occasionally to prevent scorching the nuts.
    How do I store these chocolates? Place in an airtight container and store at room temperature for about 2 weeks. 
    Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1tablespoons | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 240mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 3.3mg
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    About Maria

    Maria Vannelli is a registered dietitian who lives in a suburb just outside Montreal, Canada. She's the founder of the food blog She Loves Biscotti. Maria hopes to inspire you and bring you and your loved ones closer together at meal times enabling you to create some memorable moments.

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    Comments

    1. Quyen

      September 19, 2020 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      Love this! So easy and a healthier treat! Plus, I have these ingredients in my pantry! I put the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30second intervals as recommended. Turned out great and saved me from additional dishes. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Maria

        September 19, 2020 at 8:37 pm

        Amazing Quyen! Thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    2. Dee

      July 08, 2020 at 5:57 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for this FABULOUS recipe! Not only is it incredibly easy, but it’s delicious too. I added coarse salt on the chocolate covered almonds and it really takes it up a notch.
      ♡ ♡♡ From Israel

      Reply
      • Maria

        July 08, 2020 at 2:39 pm

        Amazing Dee! Thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    3. Jamie

      June 25, 2020 at 2:45 am

      5 stars
      Thank you so much! I can make one of my favorite snacks at home. Your recipe was so easy to follow and the final product was awesome!

      Reply
      • Maria

        June 25, 2020 at 6:54 am

        Fantastic Jamie! Thanks so much for sharing.

        Reply
    4. Chandl

      March 04, 2020 at 5:24 pm

      5 stars
      Simply simple and delicious 😋

      Reply
      • Maria

        March 04, 2020 at 9:18 pm

        Thanks so much, Chandl!

        Reply
    5. Sandra Purrenhage

      January 29, 2020 at 8:09 pm

      Can I microwave the chocolate instead?

      Reply
      • Maria

        February 12, 2020 at 6:58 pm

        Great question Sandra. Tempering the chocolate creates a shiny surface. That being said, you can still microwave the chocolate, just make sure to give it a stir every 15 seconds or so to prevent it from burning. Thanks for stopping by, appreciate it.

        Reply
    6. Teresa

      December 01, 2019 at 8:44 am

      Do you remove the brown skin before coating?

      Reply
      • Maria

        December 10, 2019 at 8:58 pm

        I leave the skin on. Thanks for stopping by Teresa.

        Reply
    7. Nellie

      October 12, 2019 at 10:37 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe – so good & so simple. If make clusters instead of individual almonds it doesn’t take much time to make. And you are right, they are addictive. Thanks for the recipe

      Reply
      • Maria

        October 12, 2019 at 11:16 pm

        My pleasure Nellie. So simple to make these at home… glad you are enjoying them. Thanks so much for taking the time to share you experience with these chocolate covered almonds.

        Reply
    8. Val

      July 10, 2019 at 11:30 am

      5 stars
      These look so addictive! Can’t wait to try this recipe… chocolate and almonds are such a great combination! Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Maria

        July 10, 2019 at 11:32 am

        I absolutely agree! These chocolate covered almonds are so delicious! Thanks for stopping by Val.

        Reply

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