Description
These Valentine’s Day Swirled White Chocolate Candies are an easy, elegant, and festive treat! Made with creamy white chocolate and beautiful red swirls, they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day gifts, dessert platters, or party favors.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 1 tbsp shortening (for smooth melting)
- Red food coloring
- Heart-shaped cookie cutter
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan:
- Line a baking sheet or flat surface with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Melt the White Chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate and shortening.
- Microwave in 15-20 second intervals, stirring each time, until fully melted and smooth. Do not overheat.
- Swirl the Red Food Coloring:
- Add 1-2 drops of red food coloring to the melted chocolate.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the color for a marbled effect. Avoid overmixing to maintain the swirls.
- Spread the Chocolate:
- Pour the swirled chocolate onto the prepared parchment paper.
- Use a spatula to spread it evenly to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Set and Shape the Candies:
- Let the chocolate set slightly (5-10 minutes at room temperature).
- While still pliable, use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out candies.
- Carefully transfer the chocolate hearts onto another parchment sheet to fully harden.
- Final Touches:
- Allow the candies to set completely at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes for faster firming.
Notes
- If the chocolate becomes too firm before cutting, slightly warm the back of the parchment paper with your hands to soften.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the fridge for longer freshness.
- Great for gifting in decorative boxes or wrapping in cellophane bags with a ribbon!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: ~120 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 2mg