
Rich, glossy, and just the right amount of indulgent, these dark chocolate-covered almonds hit that perfect sweet-and-salty note every single time. Store-bought chocolate-covered nuts can be a minefield for anyone avoiding seeds, since shared production lines and hidden sesame or sunflower ingredients show up more often than you'd expect. Making them at home with just three clean ingredients puts you completely in control of what goes into the bowl. The double-boiler method keeps the chocolate silky and smooth without scorching, and coating each almond individually means you get that satisfying snap of chocolate with every bite. A pinch of flaky sea salt scattered on top before the chocolate sets takes the whole thing from simple snack to something that genuinely feels fancy. They're ready in under an hour and keep beautifully at room temperature, making them just as good for gifting as they are for sneaking straight off the tray.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it near your work area.
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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