So Easy Chocolate Nut Candy Cups 🍫🥜
Cook Time: 1 minute
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 11 minutes
Yield: 24 candies
Category: Candy
Keywords: Dessert, Fruit, Nuts, Christmas, < 15 Mins, Easy
Description:
These delightful chocolate nut candy cups are a perfect addition to your holiday cookie trays or any festive occasion! Quick and effortless to make, they boast a rich chocolate flavor combined with the satisfying crunch of pecans and walnuts. Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible treats!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and vegetable shortening. Microwave on high for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth when stirred. 🍫 |
| 2 | Once melted, stir in the chopped pecans and walnuts until they are evenly coated in the chocolate. 🥜 |
| 3 | Using a spoon, carefully portion out heaping teaspoonfuls of the chocolate nut mixture into 1-inch paper candy cups. This step ensures uniformity and makes for easy serving. |
| 4 | Place the filled candy cups in the refrigerator and allow them to chill until firm. This typically takes about 30 minutes, but you can leave them longer for a more solid texture. |
| 5 | Once firm, remove the candy cups from the refrigerator and peel off the paper cups, if desired. This step adds a touch of elegance to your presentation and makes them easier to enjoy. |
| 6 | Serve and enjoy these delectable chocolate nut candy cups as a delightful treat for yourself or as a thoughtful gift for friends and family! They’re sure to be a hit at any gathering. 🎉 |
Nutritional Information (Per Candy):
- Calories: 39.3
- Fat: 3.8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0.3mg
- Sodium: 0.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 1.3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 0.8g
- Protein: 0.5g
These chocolate nut candy cups are not only irresistibly delicious but also relatively low in calories, making them a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy without hesitation. Share them with loved ones or savor them yourself—the choice is yours! 😋
