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Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Seeds

Delicious Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Seeds to Satisfy Cravings

These Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Seeds are a nut-free delight, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings with a satisfying crunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 17 minutes
Servings: 4 clusters
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Coating
  • 8 ounces Chopped Dark Chocolate or Chocolate Chips Choose dark for riche taste or substitute with milk or white chocolate for a sweeter option.
For the Pumpkin Seeds
  • 1 cup Toasted Unsalted Shelled Pumpkin Seeds Offers a crunchy texture; toasting enhances their nutty flavor.
  • Optional Sea Salt Use sparingly to enhance flavor.

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • Teaspoon
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium pot over low heat, add the chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips, stirring continuously until smooth.
  2. Add 3/4 cup of the toasted pumpkin seeds to the pot with the melted chocolate and gently mix until evenly coated.
  3. Using a teaspoon, scoop out small blobs of the chocolate-covered pumpkin seed mixture onto a parchment-lined plate.
  4. Immediately sprinkle the reserved pumpkin seeds and a pinch of optional sea salt on top of each cluster.
  5. Place the tray in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the clusters to harden.
  6. After they have hardened, remove them from the refrigerator and serve or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1clusterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for three months.

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