Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- Popsicle sticks
Special equipment needed:
- Popsicle molds or ice cube trays
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
a. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
b. In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together until smooth.
c. Insert a popsicle stick into each raisin, making sure it is secure.
d. Dip each raisin into the melted chocolate, making sure it is fully coated.
e. Place the chocolate-covered raisins onto the prepared baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
f. Once the chocolate has hardened, remove the raisins from the baking sheet and transfer them to popsicle molds or ice cube trays.
g. Freeze the pops for at least 2 hours or until fully frozen.
h. To remove the pops from the molds or trays, run them under warm water for a few seconds and gently pull on the popsicle sticks.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
- Freezing time: at least 2 hours
5. Temperature:
- Freezer temperature
Serving size:
- Makes 12 pops
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 130
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Protein: 1g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Dark chocolate chips can be used instead of regular chocolate chips.
- Butter or vegetable oil can be used instead of coconut oil.
Variations:
- Chopped nuts or shredded coconut can be added to the chocolate coating.
- Different types of dried fruit, such as cranberries or apricots, can be used instead of raisins.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the popsicle sticks are secure in the raisins before dipping them in chocolate.
- Use a spoon to help coat the raisins in chocolate.
- If the chocolate starts to harden while dipping the raisins, reheat it in the double boiler or microwave.
Storage instructions:
- Store the pops in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- None needed.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pops in a tall glass filled with crushed ice.
Garnishes:
- None needed.
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot cocoa.
Suggested side dishes:
- None needed.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the chocolate coating cracks or falls off the raisins, make sure the raisins are completely dry before dipping them in chocolate.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the popsicle sticks are clean and sanitized before using them.
Food history:
- Chocolate-covered raisins have been a popular snack since the early 1900s.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, chocolatey, and fruity.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a fun and tasty snack or dessert.
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Taste: Sweet, Chocolatey, Fruity, Nutty, Rich