Description

This Homemade Chocolate for Children is a simple, healthy, and kid-friendly treat made with natural ingredients like coconut oil, unsweetened cocoa powder, and honey or maple syrup. It’s dairy-free, gluten-free, and easy to customize with fun mix-ins like marshmallows or crispy rice. Perfect for a sweet snack or dessert, this chocolate melts in your mouth and is a wholesome alternative to store-bought options.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1/2 cup coconut oil
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Optional Mix-ins

Mini marshmallows
Rice cereal
Crushed nuts
Sprinkles

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Instructions

Melt Coconut Oil: In a small saucepan over low heat, gently melt the coconut oil until it is completely liquid, being careful not to overheat it.
Mix Ingredients: Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth, glossy, and fully combined.
Prepare for Setting: Allow the chocolate mixture to cool slightly so it thickens just a bit, then pour it into silicone molds, candy cups, or a parchment-lined loaf pan for easy removal.
Add Mix-Ins: If desired, sprinkle in mini marshmallows, crispy rice cereal, crushed nuts, or colorful sprinkles on top or gently stir them into the chocolate mixture for added texture and fun.
Chill to Set: Place the molds or pan in the refrigerator or freezer for 30 to 60 minutes until the chocolate is fully firm and set.
Remove and Store: Once the chocolate is hardened, carefully remove from the molds or slice if using a loaf pan. Store the homemade chocolate in the refrigerator to prevent melting at room temperature.

Notes

This chocolate is naturally dairy-free and can be made nut-free by simply skipping nut mix-ins.
For a creamier texture, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of your favorite nut butter to the chocolate mixture.
Use fun-shaped silicone molds to make the chocolate more appealing and exciting for kids.
Keep chocolate refrigerated as it melts easily at room temperature.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Snack, Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American