Chocolate clementines are a simple and super quick idea for preparing a fresh, light, and irresistibly tasty treat. Perfect as a Christmas holiday dessert or a delicious snack to enjoy anytime, they combine the natural sweetness of clementines with the intense note of dark chocolate.
The segments are half-dipped in melted chocolate and decorated with chopped pistachios and shredded coconut for a colorful, elegant, and fragrant result. They are prepared in just a few minutes and always make a good impression with zero effort.
Ready to prepare these chocolate clementines, beautiful to look at and delicious to eat? Let’s get started with the recipe!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Inexpensive
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Double Boiler
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
Ingredients
- 4 fresh clementines
- 3 oz dark chocolate
- as needed shredded coconut
- as needed chopped pistachios
Tools
- Saucepan
- Bowl
- Tray
- Parchment Paper
Preparation
Peel the clementines, remove the white strings, and divide them into segments (1). Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Break the chocolate into pieces, place it in a glass or steel bowl and melt it in a double boiler, or use the microwave if you prefer.
Dip the clementine segments in the melted chocolate, covering about half of their surface.
Place them on a tray covered with parchment paper, keeping them spaced apart (2).
Before the chocolate solidifies, sprinkle them with shredded coconut or chopped pistachios (3).
Leave the clementines in a cool place, on the parchment paper, until the chocolate is dry and solid.
Chocolate clementines are ready, great as a dessert or a healthy and tasty snack.
Tips and Variations
You can adapt the recipe to orange segments or other seasonal citrus fruits.
Besides pistachios and coconut, you can use chopped hazelnuts, almonds, or Maldon salt flakes.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
How to store chocolate clementines?
You can store them in the refrigerator, in a tightly closed container, for 2-3 days.
