Description
Delightful holiday treats made from candy canes and chocolate, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 24 large candy canes
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips or candy coating
- 12 oz white chocolate chips or candy coating
- 1 cup candy cane bits
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Carefully unwrap 24 large candy canes.
- Arrange candy cane pairs on the parchment paper, forming heart shapes.
- Bake for 3-5 minutes, watching closely until candy canes are just pliable.
- Remove from oven and quickly press the ends together to seal the heart shape. Let cool until hardened.
- Melt 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips or candy coating in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Repeat for 12 oz white chocolate chips in a separate bowl.
- Dip the cooled candy cane hearts partially into one type of melted chocolate, or drizzle both chocolates over them.
- Immediately sprinkle with 1 cup of candy cane bits.
- Place the decorated hearts on parchment paper and allow chocolate to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving or storing.
Notes
Be careful when unwrapping the candy canes to avoid breaking them. Customize toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American