Year after year women get excited about one special day of the year, that one day that her partner, mate, lover or spouse best not forget or they'll be in the dog house until the following year...Yes, you guessed it...Valentine's Day. This is the sweetest day on Earth, every February 14th gifts are exchanged between lovers. Do you know what you're going to give to your special one? Did you know that sometimes the really great gifts aren't the ones that you buy, rather than the ones you make? The sweetest gift you can give is a homemade gift, and what better then homemade desserts. Who doesn't love chocolate? I found a few articles from the past about Valentine's Day. I've listed a few easy chocolate Valentine's Day desserts to share with you so that you can try them out on your mate. Chocolate dipped strawberries are a favorite for Valentine's Day and they are easy to make and will look so impressive, not to mention delightful to dive into!
Ingredients
• 1 3/4 to 2 cups (11.5- to 12-oz. pkg.) Chocolate, Milk Chocolate or White Morsels
• 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
• 36 Strawberries
Directions: do line baking sheet with wax paper, otherwise it could be a disaster!
MICROWAVE morsels and vegetable shortening in uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on MEDIUM-HIGH (70%) power for 1 minute; STIR, and try not to taste test the chocolate, even though most of you will but I'm not looking so go ahead! The morsels may retain some of their original shape. If necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until melted; cool slightly.
DIP strawberries about halfway into melted morsels; shake off excess. Place on prepared baking sheet; refrigerate until set.
For a Decorative touch:
MICROWAVE 1/2 cup White or Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels or Baking Bars, in small, plastic bag on MEDIUM-HIGH for 1 minute; knead until smooth. Cut tiny corner from bag; squeeze to drizzle over strawberries. Refrigerate until set.
You can use many other kinds of fruit such as orange segments, apple slices, or banana slices. To package your gift try looking for inexpensive tins or heart shaped boxes at your local craft store. Want to save money? Make your own container. If you are looking for an interactive dessert you may want to try chocolate fondue. This is another easy yet impressive treat.
Ingredients
• 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 Dark Chocolate baking bars (8 oz.) finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon orange liqueur (optional) or orange juice
• 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
Directions HEAT cream in small, saucepan over low heat; bring just to a boil. Remove from heat. Add chocolate; stir until smooth. Add liqueur or orange juice and orange peel; mix well.
TRANSFER fondue to fondue pot; place over low heat.
Skewer items for dipping and enjoy!!
Ingredients
• 1 3/4 to 2 cups (11.5- to 12-oz. pkg.) Chocolate, Milk Chocolate or White Morsels
• 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
• 36 Strawberries
Directions: do line baking sheet with wax paper, otherwise it could be a disaster!
MICROWAVE morsels and vegetable shortening in uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on MEDIUM-HIGH (70%) power for 1 minute; STIR, and try not to taste test the chocolate, even though most of you will but I'm not looking so go ahead! The morsels may retain some of their original shape. If necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until melted; cool slightly.
DIP strawberries about halfway into melted morsels; shake off excess. Place on prepared baking sheet; refrigerate until set.
For a Decorative touch:
MICROWAVE 1/2 cup White or Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels or Baking Bars, in small, plastic bag on MEDIUM-HIGH for 1 minute; knead until smooth. Cut tiny corner from bag; squeeze to drizzle over strawberries. Refrigerate until set.
You can use many other kinds of fruit such as orange segments, apple slices, or banana slices. To package your gift try looking for inexpensive tins or heart shaped boxes at your local craft store. Want to save money? Make your own container. If you are looking for an interactive dessert you may want to try chocolate fondue. This is another easy yet impressive treat.
Ingredients
• 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 Dark Chocolate baking bars (8 oz.) finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon orange liqueur (optional) or orange juice
• 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
Directions HEAT cream in small, saucepan over low heat; bring just to a boil. Remove from heat. Add chocolate; stir until smooth. Add liqueur or orange juice and orange peel; mix well.
TRANSFER fondue to fondue pot; place over low heat.
Skewer items for dipping and enjoy!!
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