Coconut Free Dark Chocolate-Covered Almonds
Rich, snappy, and deeply satisfying, these chocolate-covered almonds hit that perfect sweet-and-salty note that makes it nearly impossible to stop at just a handful. So many store-bought versions sneak in coconut oil as a coating agent or use shared equipment with coconut-containing products, which makes finding a truly safe option frustrating. This recipe keeps things beautifully simple — just quality dark chocolate, whole almonds, and a pinch of flaky sea salt, with nothing unnecessary in between. The double-boiler method gives you silky, glossy chocolate that clings to every almond without seizing or turning grainy. A quick sprinkle of sea salt right before the chocolate sets adds that irresistible contrast that elevates the whole thing from snack to something you'd genuinely gift. They set up right on the counter in about half an hour, making this an easy treat to pull together whenever a craving strikes.
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6 servings
- 1 cup raw whole almonds
- 4 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), roughly chopped
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it near your work area.
- 2
Fill a small saucepan with about 1 inch of water and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Place a heatproof bowl over the saucepan, making sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Add the chopped dark chocolate to the bowl and stir occasionally until fully melted and smooth, about 3–4 minutes. Remove the bowl from the heat.
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