Ingredients:
- 4 medium-sized apples (Granny Smith or your favorite variety)
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
- Toppings for decoration (chopped nuts, sprinkles, shredded coconut, etc.)
Directions:
- Wash and thoroughly dry the apples. Insert a wooden stick or skewer into the stem end of each apple, creating a handle.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a heatproof bowl, melt the chopped chocolate and coconut oil together. You can use a double boiler or microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until smooth.
- Once the chocolate is melted, hold each apple by the stick and dip it into the chocolate, rotating and allowing any excess chocolate to drip off.
- Hold the dipped apple over the bowl for a few seconds to let any excess chocolate drip off, then place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- While the chocolate is still wet, decorate the apples with your choice of toppings. You can roll them in chopped nuts, sprinkles, shredded coconut, or any other desired toppings.
- Repeat the dipping and decorating process for each apple.
- Place the baking sheet with the chocolate-covered apples in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate is set.
Serving:
Serve these elegant Chocolate Covered Apples as a delightful dessert or share them at gatherings. They make a wonderful treat for special occasions or a fun activity for kids and adults alike.
