Homemade Dark Chocolate

30m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Melt the coconut oil (or cocoa butter) gently over low heat or in 20-second microwave bursts. Do not overheat.
  2. 2Whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth.
  3. 3Stir in the sweetener, vanilla, and salt.
  4. 4Pour the mixture into a silicone mold or parchment-lined loaf pan (if you don't have a silicone mold, muffin cups can be used as an alternative).
  5. 5Chill in the fridge or freezer until firm, about 30-60 minutes.
  6. 6Pop it out, break into bars or pieces, and store in the fridge.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup organic cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 0.25 cup organic coconut oil (or cocoa butter for a more traditional taste)
  • 3 tablespoons raw honey, maple syrup, or sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch salt

Equipment

bowlspoonsilicone moldmuffin cupsloaf pan

Tips

  • Taste and adjust sweetness level to your liking.
  • Sprinkle any add-ins on top if desired.
  • Coconut oil melts easily at room temperature, so store in the fridge.