Description
Delight in the perfect combination of rich, smooth chocolate and bold espresso with these easy-to-make Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a decadent snack, this recipe uses simple ingredients and simple microwaving techniques to create a treat that coffee and chocolate lovers will adore.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup espresso beans
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or 1 milk chocolate bar)
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: Place the chocolate chips or broken pieces of the milk chocolate bar in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 10-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted. Take care to avoid overheating or burning the chocolate.
- Combine Beans with Chocolate: Remove the bowl from the microwave and add the espresso beans. Stir thoroughly until all the beans are evenly coated with melted chocolate.
- Coat and Arrange Beans: Using a fork, lift each chocolate-covered espresso bean individually and place it onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Be sure to space them so they are not touching each other to allow for proper setting.
- Repeat Coating: Continue removing and placing beans on the parchment until all are coated and arranged on the baking sheet.
- Allow to Set: Let the chocolate-covered espresso beans cool at room temperature until the chocolate solidifies. For faster setting, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator.
Notes
- To make this recipe Keto-friendly, substitute the chocolate with keto-approved brands like Choczero or Lily’s chocolate.
- The recipe yields approximately 8 servings.
- To calculate accurate serving sizes, weigh the entire batch after preparation and divide by 8.
- Macronutrient content may vary slightly depending on the chocolate brand used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approx. 30 grams)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg