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Pirate's Treasure Chocolate Coins Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 cup gold luster dust
- 1/4 cup silver luster dust
- 1/4 cup bronze luster dust

Special Equipment Needed:
- Double boiler or heatproof bowl and saucepan
- Small paintbrushes
- Parchment paper

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a double boiler or heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together, stirring occasionally until smooth.
2. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt.
3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4. Using a tablespoon, drop dollops of the chocolate mixture onto the parchment paper, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
5. Using a small paintbrush, paint the gold, silver, and bronze luster dust onto the chocolate coins.
6. Allow the chocolate coins to cool and harden at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
7. Once hardened, carefully peel the chocolate coins off the parchment paper and serve.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 5-10 minutes
- Cooling time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Simmering water for double boiler: 212°F (100°C)
Serving size:
- Makes approximately 12-15 chocolate coins

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 90
- Total fat: 6g
- Saturated fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
- Sodium: 33mg
- Total carbohydrates: 9g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 7g
- Protein: 1g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Milk chocolate chips can be used instead of semisweet chocolate chips.
- Half-and-half or whole milk can be used instead of heavy cream.
- Any flavor extract can be used instead of vanilla extract.
- Regular table salt can be used instead of sea salt.
- Any color luster dust can be used instead of gold, silver, and bronze.

Variations:
- Add chopped nuts, dried fruit, or shredded coconut to the chocolate mixture before dropping onto the parchment paper.
- Use different shapes for the chocolate coins, such as hearts or stars.
- Use different colors of luster dust to create a variety of chocolate coins.

Tips and Tricks:
- Be careful not to overheat the chocolate mixture, as it can burn easily.
- Use a small paintbrush with soft bristles to apply the luster dust.
- Store the chocolate coins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Storage Instructions:
- Store the chocolate coins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Reheating Instructions:
- Not applicable.

Presentation Ideas:
- Arrange the chocolate coins in a treasure chest or on a platter with gold coins and jewels.

Garnishes:
- Edible gold leaf or silver leaf can be used to garnish the chocolate coins.

Pairings:
- Serve the chocolate coins with a glass of red wine or a cup of coffee.

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Not applicable.

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the chocolate mixture is too thick, add a splash of heavy cream to thin it out.
- If the luster dust is not sticking to the chocolate, try brushing the chocolate coins with a little bit of water before applying the dust.

Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to use food-grade luster dust, as some types are not safe for consumption.
- Wash hands and utensils thoroughly before handling food.

Food History:
- Chocolate coins have been a popular treat for centuries, often used as a form of currency or as a gift during holidays and special occasions.

Flavor Profiles:
- Rich, chocolatey flavor with a hint of vanilla and sea salt.

Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the chocolate coins as a dessert or snack.

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Taste: Rich, Sweet, Creamy, Chocolaty, Decadent