Save A festive and playful candy assortment featuring heart-shaped treats and chocolate-dipped strawberries, perfect for Valentines Day or romantic celebrations.
This candy tray is always a hit at our gatherings and brings smiles all around.
Ingredients
- Chocolate and Candy: 200 g milk chocolate, melted, 150 g white chocolate, melted, 24 heart-shaped gummy candies, 12 chocolate truffles, 8 large strawberries, 8 mini marshmallows
- Decorative and Serving: 8 wooden skewers (for arrows), Edible gold or pink sprinkles (optional), 8 small mint leaves (optional for garnish)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Dip half the strawberries in milk chocolate and the other half in white chocolate. Place on a parchment-lined tray and sprinkle with edible sprinkles if desired. Let set until chocolate hardens (about 10 minutes).
- Step 3:
- Thread one marshmallow onto each skewer followed by a gummy heart and a truffle. Carefully add a dipped strawberry at the tip to create the arrowhead.
- Step 4:
- Arrange candy arrows on a large serving tray filling spaces with extra gummies and chocolate truffles.
- Step 5:
- Garnish with mint leaves for a fresh touch if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Save Making this tray has become a loving tradition we share every Valentine’s Day.
Notes
For a nutty twist add roasted almonds or chocolate-covered nuts. Swap in dark chocolate or vegan chocolate as desired. Pair with sparkling rosé or a fruity mocktail.
Required Tools
8 wooden skewers Microwave-safe bowls (for melting chocolate) Parchment paper Large serving tray
Nutritional Information
Calories 210 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 27 g Protein 2 g
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Recipe Help & FAQs
- → How should I prepare the strawberries?
Wash and thoroughly dry the strawberries before dipping them in melted chocolate to ensure the coating adheres well.
- → What types of chocolate are used?
Milk and white chocolate are melted separately for dipping, creating a visually appealing variation on the strawberries.
- → Can I customize the candy assortment?
Yes, you can swap gummies, truffles, or add nuts to tailor flavors and textures to your preference.
- → How do I assemble the candy arrows?
Thread a marshmallow, gummy heart, and truffle onto a skewer, then add a chocolate-dipped strawberry at the tip as the arrowhead.
- → Is it necessary to refrigerate the tray?
Refrigerate if not serving immediately to keep the chocolate firm and the components fresh.