Easy Chocolate Candy Cups
These are perfect for gatherings. They are 2 bites and done. No mess for guests!
Equipment
- 1 chocolate melt or double boiler I highly recommend chocolate melt it's inexpensive and works like a charm every time
- 6 mini silicone cupcake cups these usually come in packages of 24 so perfect for gatherings
- 1 silicone spatula
- 1 silicone pastry brush
Ingredients
- 1 bag white chocolate melting wafers if you are using regular white chocolate, I advise adding a bit of vegetable oil. It helps give a temper look and texture
- 1 container ice cream sorbet, gelato, Sherbert work too
Instructions
- Begin with melting the chocolate wafers. If using a candy melt, such as a Wilton follow the instructions white or chocolate candy melts on the package
- After melting the candy using a silicone pastry brush begin adding a layer of your chocolate. Because this sweet treat is melted when adding this to the cup it will drop to the bottom a bit. This is normal so don't worry.
- By the way, do one cup at a time and as soon as the first one is finished put it in the freezer.
- It's particularly important to make sure to get all the edges well. Continue filling as many cups as you like until the first layer of the candy is done.
- Now grab the first cup you filled with white chocolate and do the same process again. Adding another layer of melted candy. Make sure to cover the silicone cup well with the chocolate
- Add these immediately to the freezer for a minimum of 4 hours to make them the chocolate cups solid and hard.
- Begin by peeling the edge of the silicone wrapper off. After you begin peeling the edge the candy will release from the cup easily.
- And you're ready to serve, now how is that for easy chocolate candy cups?
Notes
Tip 1: If you are using white chocolate and not melting wafers, add a bit of vegetable oil. This helps it have a tempered effect.
Tip 2: It's especially important to continuously stir the candy in a double boiler to avoid seizing which happens extremely easy with white chocolate
Tip 3: Never get water in chocolate when melting because it will seize
How to Make Easy Chocolate Candy Cups
Begin with melting the chocolate wafers. If using a candy melt such as Wilton candy melt, follow the instructions on the packaging.Â
After melting using a silicone pastry brush begin adding a layer of your chocolate. Because this sweet treat is melted when adding this to the cup it will drop to the bottom a bit. This is normal so don't worry.
By the way, do one cup at a time, and as soon as the first one is finished put it in the freezer.
It's particularly important to make sure to get all the edges well. Continue filling as many cups as you like until the first layer of the candy is done.
Now grab the first cup you filled with white chocolate and do the same process again.
Tip 4: Make sure the silicone cups are covered completely with no empty spots
Throw these immediately into the freezer for a minimum of 4 hours to make them solid.
Tip 5: Why am I using small cupcake cups? I am using a smaller size because I am sharing this specifically for summer, they are easier to eat. Two bites and done. No mess for your guests to deal with when enjoying their dessert!
Removing the Treats from the Cups
This is an easy process to do. Begin by taking the edge of the silicone wrapper off. After you begin peeling the edge the candy will release from the cup.
And you're ready to go, now how is that for easy chocolate candy cups?
Recommendations for Fillings for Cold Cups
And fill them with your desired filling. These dessert cups are great and filled with a variety of tasty ideas.
For example, if you are using dark chocolate raspberry sorbet is a fantastic combination. How about adding a small amount of mini semi-sweet chips to the top for an easy garnish?
Mint Chocolate chip ice cream is also another great option to add to these sweet treats, especially dark chocolate candy cups.
Another example of dark chocolate cups is adding coconut gelato or ice cream and toasting coconut shavings to add to these sweets for an easy extra touch.
These chocolate cups are also very good filled with raspberry sorbet.Â
Also, pistachio ice cream is great, and garnish with roasted nuts adds a nice touch to this sweet summer treat.
Lastly, add a chocolate mousse to these desserts too! Add sprinkles for garnish and done!
Keep the chocolate cups frozen until you are ready to serve