Description
Celebrate Hanukkah with these delightful homemade Hanukkah Gelt chocolates. Made from melted dark or semisweet chocolate and optionally decorated with dried apricot strips, slivered almonds, gold sprinkles, and a hint of Himalayan sea salt, these festive treats are perfect for gifting or enjoying during the holiday festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base
- 6 oz. dark chocolate or semisweet chocolate chips
- Neutral oil, for brushing
Optional Toppings
- 2 dried apricots, cut into thin strips
- 1 tbsp. slivered almonds
- 1 tsp. gold sprinkles or white sparkling sugar
- 1/2 tsp. coarse Himalayan sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the pans: Lightly brush a nonstick 24-cup or 2 (12-cup) mini cupcake pans with neutral oil to prevent the chocolate from sticking.
- Melt the chocolate: In a small heatproof bowl, microwave the chocolate in 20-second increments, stirring between each session until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt the chocolate using a double boiler for better temperature control.
- Fill and decorate: Pour about 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons of melted chocolate into each prepared cupcake cup. Tap the pan gently to evenly distribute the chocolate. Sprinkle your choice of dried apricot strips, slivered almonds, gold sprinkles, or a pinch of coarse Himalayan sea salt on top.
- Chill the gelt: Place the pan in the refrigerator for approximately 10 minutes or until the chocolate is fully set and chilled.
- Unmold and serve: Once chilled, turn the pan upside down onto a cutting board and gently tap the back of each cup to release the gelt. Serve immediately or wrap individually in foil for gifting or later enjoyment.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark or semisweet chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
- Optional toppings can be mixed and matched based on preference or omitted entirely for plain chocolate gelt.
- If you don’t have a microwave, melting chocolate over a double boiler on the stovetop works well and prevents burning.
- Store the finished gelt in a cool place or refrigerator to keep them from melting.
- For a smoother finish, ensure the pans are thoroughly brushed with oil and avoid inserting too much chocolate into each cup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Jewish
Keywords: Hanukkah Gelt, chocolate gelt, Hanukkah chocolate, homemade gelt, holiday treats, Jewish dessert
