Chocolate-covered spoons are a delicious and original accompaniment for hot beverages like coffee or hot chocolate. Their origin is not clearly defined, but this type of sweet treat has gained popularity in several Latin American countries, where they are often called "chocolate spoons" or "chocolocas." In Mexico, for example, they are a very common gift or dessert accompaniment during special celebrations. In other countries like Argentina and Colombia, this sweet is especially enjoyed during cold seasons, being a practical and attractive way to sweeten beverages without the need for powdered sugar or syrups. The combination of chocolate with other ingredients like liqueur adds a sophisticated and fun touch to this simple preparation, transforming it into a delectable treat for both adults and children.
Chocolate-covered spoons
How to Make Chocolate-Covered Spoons
To begin, combine the baking chocolate bar, whipping cream, and amaretto in a 1-cup glass measuring cup.
Heat in the microwave at medium power for 1 minute, stirring at the 30-second mark until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
Dip the disposable spoons into the melted chocolate so that the bowl of the spoon is completely covered.
Let the excess chocolate drip off before continuing.
Place the covered spoons on wax paper to prevent sticking.
Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes in the freezer so the chocolate hardens properly.
If desired, decorate the cold spoons with melted vanilla frosting to give them a special and eye-catching touch.
To use your chocolate-covered spoons, simply stir one into your coffee or hot chocolate until the chocolate melts and blends with the drink.
This recipe yields approximately 20 spoons, perfect for gifting or sharing at gatherings.
They are especially pretty if wrapped in colored cellophane and tied with a nice bow for presentation.
If you don't have a microwave, you can melt the chocolate on the stovetop over low heat, taking care that the chocolate does not burn while melting.
Ingredients (5)
- Semi-Sweet Baking Chocolate Bar
- Whipping Cream
- Amaretto
- Disposable Spoons
- Vanilla Caramel Topping
Instructions (12 steps)
- 1 Combine the baking chocolate bar, whipping cream, and amaretto in a 1-cup glass measuring cup
- 2 Heat in the microwave on medium power for 1 minute, stirring at the 30-second mark until melted and smooth
- 3 Dip the spoons into the melted chocolate so the bowl of the spoon is completely coated
- 4 Let the excess drip off
- 5 Place on wax paper
- 6 Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes in the freezer to harden
- 7 Decorate the chilled spoons with melted vanilla-flavored icing to decorate, if desired
- 8 To use, stir into coffee or hot chocolate until melted
- 9 Yields approximately 20 spoons
- 10 They are pretty if wrapped in colored cellophane and tied with a nice bow
- 11 If you don\'t have a microwave, I believe this can be done on the stovetop over low heat, just be careful the chocolate doesn\'t burn
- 12 Jan
Nutritional Information
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