Valentine’s Day is a day where many of us take the opportunity to tell our loved ones how much we appreciate them. Whether that’s a significant other, the ladies in your Galentine’s group, or your kids, these chocolate covered raspberry bites are a great way to do that.
They’re a healthy treat that are delicious anytime of the year!
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Chocolate covered fruit is a favorite in our house. I’ll make this dark chocolate fondue on certain occasions to dip fruit and homemade marshmallows in. While chocolate covered fruit can be a healthy treat, it can be tricky to get it to work sometimes.
If you’ve ever made your own chocolate covered raspberries or other fruit you might have experienced this. Gloppy chocolate that falls off and looks anything but appetizing. These chocolate covered raspberry bites have the same flavor, but even better.
Chocolate Covered Raspberry Bites
I make these in some cute heart molds that are perfect for Valentine’s Day. You can really use any silicone molds you want though that make chunky shapes. And instead of simply dipping raspberries in chocolate, we’re making a raspberry filling first. It’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup and thickened with chia seeds.
Research shows that maple syrup isn’t just sugar, but a unique array of minerals, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds. Chia seeds are a great source of fiber, but they have a whole lot of other benefits. These include supporting healthy blood pressure and digestion, reducing inflammation, and even helping improve anxiety and depression symptoms by nurturing the gut.
Then there are the juicy raspberries with their vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. These chocolate covered raspberry bites are naturally colorful, fun to decorate, and great for any little helpers in the kitchen. My younger kids had no problem helping make these. Plus, they were gone by that afternoon!
Tips and Tricks
You can use a different mold, but I chose a heart mold for these. If you don’t have a good silicone mold on hand, then you can also make them without one. Simply spoon small jam mounds onto parchment, freeze, and then dip in chocolate to make rustic bites.
Start with a smaller amount of maple syrup, taste, and adjust to your preference. I prefer mine to be more on the tart side. These store well in the fridge for up to a week. You can also keep them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month. Fair warning: if you want any leftover for the freezer you may need to double the batch!
Here’s how to make delicious, festive, and nutritious chocolate covered raspberry bites.
Chocolate Covered Raspberry Bites
Servings
Ingredients
Raspberry Chia Filling
- 1½ cups raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2-3 TBSP maple syrup (to taste)
- 2 TBSP chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste)
Chocolate Coating
- ¾ cup dark chocolate
- 1 TBSP coconut oil
Optional Topping
- 2 TBSP freeze-dried strawberries or raspberries (crushed)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mash raspberries with maple syrup, chia seeds, and vanilla until thick and jam-like. Let rest 5–10 minutes so the chia thickens.
- Spoon the mixture evenly into 10 large 2-inch silicone heart cavities, filling nearly to the top and smoothing the surface.
- Freeze at least 4 hours or overnight until fully firm.
- Melt dark chocolate and coconut oil gently until smooth.
- Remove frozen hearts from molds and dip into chocolate until fully coated.
- Sprinkle with crushed freeze-dried berries if desired.
- Place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and freeze for 10–15 minutes until hardened.
- Serve straight from the freezer or allow to soften slightly before eating.
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Notes
More Chocolatey Treats
Looking for more ways to treat yourself and family? Here are some of our favorite scrumptious desserts!
- Adaptogen Chocolate Truffles Recipe
- Healthy Homemade Chocolate Recipe
- Decadent Flourless Chocolate Torte
- Chocolate Mousse Recipe
- Chocolate Coconut Clusters Recipe
What are some of your favorite fruity desserts to make? Leave a comment and let us know!
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