Chocolate Blackberries

These chocolate blackberries are formed into cute little clusters. They’re refreshing, delicious, and can be prepared in advance which makes them perfect for entertaining.

What to serve with these chocolate blackberries

If you’re making these treats for a party and would like another option to add to the dessert table, try these chocolate covered dates. They’re delicious and easy to make.

Ingredients & substitutions

Fresh blackberries are the star of this recipe. I love the flavor combination of blackberries and chocolate, but this recipe works equally well with other small berries such as raspberries or blueberries, so feel free to use whichever type of berry you prefer (or make an assortment for your guests to choose from).

Dark chocolate is the second ingredient in this recipe. I used a variety of dark chocolate that’s very low in refined sugar and quite high in cacao solids. You can use whatever type of chocolate suits your dietary requirements and palate. To keep this recipe low in sugar, you can opt for a brand of dark chocolate that contains at least 85% cacao solids.

How to make them

These chocolate covered blackberries are so easy to prepare. Start by rinsing and drying the blackberries.

Next you’ll melt the chocolate. I like to melt chocolate in the microwave because it’s so quick and easy. To melt chocolate in the microwave, roughly chop the chocolate (or just break it into pieces) and add it to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high power for 20 seconds, then stir. Repeat until the chocolate is melted, making sure to stir after each time you heat the chocolate. This should take about 1-2 minutes depending on how strong your microwave is.

Alternatively you can heat the chocolate in a pot on the stovetop set to low heat. Be sure to stir the chocolate constantly if you opt for the stovetop method so the chocolate doesn’t burn and seize. A third way to melt chocolate is by using a double boiler method. It’s a little more effort but it’s a very gentle and effective way to melt chocolate without burning it.

Once your chocolate is melted, allow it to cool for about five minutes. While it’s cooling you can place a piece of parchment paper on a large plate or platter. Then add the blackberries to the bowl of melted chocolate and gently stir to coat them. Make sure they’re well coated in chocolate.

Spoon out about 3-5 chocolate coated blackberries onto the parchment paper in little clusters. I like to place 3-4 blackberries down first to make a base, then add an extra one on top to give the clusters some height.

At this point you can sprinkle on some optional toppings such as freshly grated orange zest or flakey sea salt if you want. I opted to keep things simple this time and didn’t add any toppings.

The last step is to refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden before serving.

Storage

Store the chocolate blackberries in the fridge for up to five days.

More chocolate covered fruit recipes

• These chocolate covered pineapple rings are sweet, juicy, and perfect for entertaining.
• These chocolate covered dried cherries are easy to make and delicious.

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