Description
Delightful holiday treat shaped like hearts, made with candy canes and chocolate, perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
- 24 large candy canes
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips or candy coating
- 12 oz white chocolate chips or candy coating
- 1 cup candy cane bits
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Carefully unwrap 24 large candy canes.
- Arrange pairs of candy canes on the parchment paper, forming heart shapes.
- Bake for 3-5 minutes, watching closely, until the candy canes are just pliable.
- Remove from the oven and quickly press the ends together to seal the heart shape.
- Let the hearts cool and harden completely.
- Melt 12 oz of semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, melt 12 oz of white chocolate chips.
- Dip the cooled candy cane hearts partially into one type of melted chocolate, or drizzle both chocolates over the hearts.
- Immediately sprinkle with 1 cup of candy cane bits.
- Place the decorated hearts on parchment paper and allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving or storing.
Notes
Ensure you watch the candy canes closely while baking to avoid melting them too much. Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American