These dark chocolate covered pecans are quick and easy to make. These mouthwatering morsels are a delicious addition to any dessert table and make great homemade gifts for the holidays.
Ingredients and Substitutions
I prefer to use dark chocolate when making these chocolate pecans, but you can substitute any type of chocolate you prefer.
I like to use toasted pecans in this recipe because I love the depth of flavor and crunchy texture the toasting process adds to the nuts. You can substitute raw pecans if you prefer.
Step-by-Step Recipe Instructions
Start by adding the chopped dark chocolate to a pot on the stove set to low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the chocolate has melted and there are no solid lumps of chocolate remaining, then immediately remove the pot from the heat.
Add 1/2 cup of toasted pecan halves to the pot of melted chocolate, then gently stir to coat them completely (reserve the other 1/2 cup of pecan halves).
Use a fork to lift a pecan half out of the pot of melted chocolate and place it on a plate lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Place one of the reserved pecan halves (not coated in chocolate) directly on top of the chocolate coated pecan half.
Use a spoon to scoop out a small amount of melted chocolate from the pot and drizzle it on top of the two stacked pecan halves.
Repeat that process with the rest of the pecans, then place the plate of chocolate pecans in the fridge to harden for at least 45 minutes before serving.
Giving Them as Gifts
These chocolate coated pecans are perfect for gifting. Add them to a paper box, tin container, or cellophane bag. Then add a festive ribbon and a gift tag and you’re all set. They’re such an easy and budget-friendly gift that’s perfect for chocolate lovers.
Dark Chocolate Covered Pecans Recipe
Equipment
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup chopped dark chocolate (or substitute any type of chocolate you prefer)
- 1 cup toasted pecan halves, divided
Instructions
- Add the chopped dark chocolate to a pot on the stove set to low heat.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until the chocolate has melted and there are no solid lumps of chocolate remaining, then immediately remove the pot from the heat.
- Add 1/2 cup of toasted pecan halves to the pot of melted chocolate, then gently stir to coat them completely (reserve the other 1/2 cup of pecan halves).
- Use a fork to lift a pecan half out of the pot of melted chocolate and place it on a plate lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Place one of the reserved pecan halves (not coated in chocolate) directly on top of the chocolate coated pecan half.
- Use a spoon to scoop out a small amount of melted chocolate from the pot and drizzle it on top of the two stacked pecan halves.
- Repeat steps 4-6 with the rest of the pecans.
- Place the plate of chocolate pecans in the fridge to harden for at least 45 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Store these treats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to seven days or in the freezer for up to three months.
