| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 10 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 219 | 14g | 8g | 29g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 21g | 3g | 3g | 0.01g |
If there’s one thing New York City boasts collectively, it’s the diverse culinary scene that I, Ethan, your gourmet guru, have grown to love. Among countless delicacies I swear by, one that sits top on my dessert ladder of delight is the Dark Chocolate Dipped Clementines. This splendid fruit-based dessert is as much a tribute to my love for treats as it is to NYC, a place renown for its delightful mix of flavors.
The Savory Artistry
What draws me to Dark Chocolate Dipped Clementines is the harmony of flavors that each bite brings. The bittersweet richness of the dark chocolate, righteously tempered with coconut oil, hugs the tangy sweetness of the clementines. This interplay enchants your palate just as the bagels and burgers of the New York streets would do, only in a healthier, delightful way. A sprinkle of sea salt over the chocolate and a garnish of zesty clementine peel completes the masterpiece. It’s an engagement of textures too, with the smooth firm chocolate coating revealing juicy clementines underneath.
Health is Wealth
As enthralling as these treats are to the palette, they pack equally irresistible health benefits. The star here, Dark Chocolate, houses potent antioxidants including flavonoids and polyphenols. Paired with vitamin-rich clementines, they promote heart health, improve skin health, and contribute to your daily fiber intake. The gently melted dark chocolate also contains minimal sugar, making this a guilt-free treat that caters to your sweet tooth without piling on the pounds.
Similar to the beloved dessert of chocolate-dipped strawberries, these beauties can become the star of your dessert table at any party or gathering. Alternatively, serve them alongside some parchment-paper-wrapped fish or a light salad, and the Dark Chocolate Dipped Clementines double as a palate-cleansing and heart-winning dessert.
So, if you’re searching for a simple yet elegant dessert that captures the culinary essence of diversity and health, I wholeheartedly recommend the Dark Chocolate Dipped Clementines. Let the scene be your kitchen, let the actors be the lively ingredients, and let the sensation of preparing and enjoying this palpable delight be your script.
What You’ll Need
- 12 clementines
- 10 ounces of dark chocolate
- 2 teaspoons of coconut oil
- Sea salt for sprinkling
- Zest of 1 clementine for garnish (optional)
- 6 wooden skewers or popsicle sticks (optional)
Method
Step One
Begin by washing the 12 clementines and pat drying them. If you’re opting to use skewers or popsicle sticks, carefully insert them into the top center of each clementine.
Step Two
In a microwave safe bowl, combine 10 ounces of dark chocolate with 2 teaspoons of coconut oil. Microwave it for about 30 seconds. Remove the bowl and stir the mixture. Continue this process until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Step Three
Now take a clementine, dip it into the melted chocolate, turning it around to ensure it is coated about half way up.
Step Four
Place the dipped clementine onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Repeat this process with the rest of the clementines.
Step Five
Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over each chocolate dipped clementine; this will not only enhance the flavor but will also act as a beautiful garnish. If using, sprinkle some clementine zest over the chocolates for additional flavor and color.
Step Six
Allow the dipped clementines to set completely. You can speed up this process by placing them in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
Step Seven
Once the chocolate has hardened, the clementines are ready to serve. Enjoy this refreshing and guilt-free dessert!
