Description
These Heart-Shaped White Chocolate Cranberry Bites are the perfect sweet treat for Valentine’s Day! Made with creamy white chocolate and tart cranberries, they’re shaped into adorable hearts to add a festive touch to your celebration. The combination of sweetness and tartness makes them irresistible, and they’re simple to make – just melt, mix, and set! These delightful bites are sure to impress your loved ones or serve as a charming gift.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (optional for crunch)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Melt the White Chocolate
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely smooth. Alternatively, melt over a double boiler.
Step 2: Mix in Cranberries and Pistachios
- Stir the dried cranberries, pistachios (if using), and vanilla extract into the melted white chocolate until evenly combined.
Step 3: Shape the Bites
- Prepare a heart-shaped silicone mold or use a small cookie cutter.
- Spoon the white chocolate mixture into each heart-shaped mold, filling them about halfway. Gently tap the mold to level the chocolate.
Step 4: Set and Chill
- Sprinkle the sea salt on top if using for extra flavor.
- Refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or until the chocolate is completely set.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
- Once set, carefully remove the heart-shaped bites from the mold and serve as a sweet Valentine’s treat!
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
- Variation: Swap cranberries with other dried fruits like cherries or blueberries for different flavor combinations.
- Gift idea: Package these bites in small gift boxes or bags to give to loved ones for Valentine’s Day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg