Description
This DIY Lavender Chocolate Chips recipe combines rich dark chocolate with the delicate floral notes of culinary lavender, creating a unique and aromatic treat perfect for baking, snacking, or gifting. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these chocolate chips add a sophisticated twist to your favorite recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base
- 1 cup high-quality dark chocolate (60% cocoa content or higher)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 pinch sea salt
Flavoring
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender (food-grade)
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate: Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a microwave-safe bowl along with the coconut oil. Heat the mixture in 20-second intervals, stirring after each until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Infuse with lavender: Stir in the dried culinary lavender and allow the mixture to steep for about 5 minutes, enabling the chocolate to absorb the floral aroma and flavor of the lavender.
- Add salt: Mix in a pinch of sea salt to enhance and balance the flavors of the chocolate and lavender.
- Pour into molds: Carefully transfer the lavender-infused chocolate mixture into silicone molds or spread it evenly onto parchment paper to form a thin layer.
- Chill until set: Place the molds or parchment-lined tray in the refrigerator for approximately 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully hardened and firm to touch.
- Enjoy: Once set, remove the chocolate chips from the molds or break apart the chocolate if spread on parchment paper. Use as desired in baking, desserts, or as a flavorful snack.
Notes
- Use food-grade culinary lavender to ensure safety and the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of lavender to your taste preference, but avoid overusing to prevent bitterness.
- Store the lavender chocolate chips in an airtight container in a cool place or refrigerated for longer freshness.
- These chocolate chips can be incorporated in cookies, muffins, or melted as a topping for desserts.
- If you prefer, substitute coconut oil with another neutral oil to alter texture slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: lavender chocolate chips, DIY chocolate chips, floral chocolate, dark chocolate recipe, homemade chocolate, culinary lavender dessert
