Craving something sweet but watching your sugar intake? Prepare to be amazed by these decadent Sugar-Free Chocolate Covered Almonds that prove healthy eating doesn't mean sacrificing flavor! Imagine biting into a crunchy almond perfectly enrobed in rich, smooth chocolate - without the sugar crash. This recipe is a game-changer for health-conscious snackers, keto dieters, and anyone looking to satisfy their chocolate cravings guilt-free.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 almonds
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup sugar-free chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
- If almonds are raw, lightly toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. This will enhance their natural flavor and provide a deeper, richer taste.
- Create a double boiler by placing a heat-safe glass bowl over a pot of simmering water. Ensure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
- Add sugar-free chocolate chips and coconut oil to the glass bowl. Slowly melt the chocolate, stirring gently with a spatula until smooth and completely combined.
- Remove the chocolate from heat once it's fully melted and has a glossy, smooth consistency.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, carefully coat each almond in the melted chocolate, ensuring complete coverage. Gently tap the fork to remove excess chocolate.
- Place chocolate-coated almonds on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch each other.
- Allow chocolate to set at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, or place in refrigerator for faster setting (about 5-7 minutes).
- Once chocolate is completely hardened, transfer almonds to an airtight container. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks.
Tips
- Toast your almonds carefully to enhance their natural flavor without burning. Keep the heat medium and stir constantly.
- Use a high-quality sugar-free chocolate chip brand for the best taste and melting consistency.
- When melting chocolate, ensure no water droplets touch the chocolate, as this can cause seizing.
- Use a dipping fork or special chocolate dipping tool for the most even chocolate coating.
- Allow almonds to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator before storing to ensure a crisp chocolate shell.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent moisture absorption.
- For extra flavor, consider sprinkling a pinch of sea salt or crushed nuts on the wet chocolate before it sets.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 50kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 2g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
