Chocolate-Covered Cranberry Sauce Recipe
This recipe transforms classic jellied cranberry sauce into an indulgent treat by coating it in rich dark chocolate. The combination of tart cranberry and smooth chocolate makes for a perfect holiday dessert or snack. The cranberry sauce is sliced into rounds, frozen for easy handling, then dipped in melted dark chocolate mixed with optional coconut oil for a smooth finish. Once the chocolate hardens, these bite-sized delights are ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing and Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 14 ounce can jellied cranberry sauce
- 16 ounces dark chocolate chips
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil (optional but makes dipping much smoother)
Instructions
- Cut Sauce: Open the can of jellied cranberry sauce and cut it into approximately ½ inch thick discs, roughly 2 full “ribs” based on the can imprint for uniform slices.
- Freeze Rounds: Place the cranberry sauce rounds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Freeze them for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This step is important as it makes the dipping process easier and cleaner. You can freeze longer or in advance for convenience.
- Melt Chocolate: Combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir. Continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring each time until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth in texture.
- Dip: Remove the cranberry slices from the freezer. Using a fork, fully submerge each slice in the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off before placing the coated piece back onto the lined baking sheet. Repeat until all slices are coated.
- Harden: Return the chocolate-covered cranberry slices to the freezer for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate coating is completely set and firm. Once hardened, your chocolate covered cranberry sauce treats are ready to enjoy!
Notes
- Freezing the cranberry sauce slices before dipping helps the chocolate adhere better and prevents the slices from breaking apart.
- Adding coconut oil to the chocolate chips makes the melted chocolate smoother and easier to work with.
- You can store the finished treats in the freezer or refrigerator to maintain firm chocolate coating.
- Use dark chocolate with at least 60% cocoa for a balance of sweetness and bitterness that complements the tart cranberry sauce.
- These treats are great for holiday gatherings or as a special festive snack.
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