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Chocolate Dipped Mandarin Slices Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 60 pieces 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these elegant Chocolate Dipped Mandarin Slices, a simple yet sophisticated treat combining juicy mandarin segments with rich dark chocolate and crunchy pistachios. Perfect for a light dessert or a festive snack, these bite-sized delights come together quickly and offer a refreshing balance of sweet citrus and decadent chocolate.

Ingredients

Scale

Fruits

  • 6 mandarins, peeled and segmented

Chocolate

  • 4 ounces dark chocolate, roughly chopped (70% cocoa content recommended)

Toppings

  • ¼ cup pistachios, shelled and finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with baking parchment paper. Ensure the sheet fits inside your refrigerator for later chilling.
  2. Melt the Chocolate: Place the roughly chopped chocolate into a heat-proof bowl. Set this bowl over a small saucepan containing about ½ cup (120 milliliters) of water on medium-low heat, creating a double boiler. Stir the chocolate occasionally with a spoon or spatula to encourage even melting and prevent scorching. Once melted completely, turn off the heat.
  3. Dip the Mandarin Segments: Using your fingers or a fork, dip each mandarin segment into the melted chocolate to coat it partially or fully as desired. Place each dipped segment onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out so they don’t stick together.
  4. Add Pistachio Topping and Chill: Sprinkle the finely chopped pistachios evenly over the chocolate-coated segments. Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill for 15 minutes or until the chocolate has completely set.
  5. Store and Serve: Once set, carefully transfer the chocolate-dipped mandarin slices into an airtight container and keep them refrigerated. Serve chilled within 2-3 days for best freshness.

Notes

  • You can substitute mandarins with tangerines or clementines, but avoid canned mandarins as they will not work well.
  • Dark chocolate with 70% cocoa content delivers a rich flavor, but semi-sweet or milk chocolate can be used according to your taste preferences.
  • Try other nuts such as almonds or walnuts, or sprinkle shredded coconut for varied textures and flavors.
  • Store chocolate-dipped mandarin slices in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days to maintain freshness and chocolate texture.
  • Further topping ideas and tips are available in the recipe post for customization inspiration.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mandarin segment
  • Calories: 35
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 0 mg
  • Fat: 2 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 4.5 g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 0.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/chocolate-dipped-mandarin-slices-recipe/