Pin It A festive and playful candy assortment featuring heart-shaped treats and chocolate-dipped strawberries, perfect for Valentines Day or romantic celebrations.
This candy tray has become a holiday favorite, bringing smiles and sweet moments to every romantic occasion.
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)
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.
Pin It This tray always sparks joy when shared with family and friends during Valentine's celebrations.
Required Tools
8 wooden skewers Microwave-safe bowls for melting chocolate Parchment paper Large serving tray
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
Nutritional Information
Calories 210 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 27 g Protein 2 g
Pin It This candy tray recipe makes any romantic occasion sweeter and more memorable.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I dip strawberries evenly in chocolate?
Make sure strawberries are clean and dry before dipping. Hold the strawberry by its stem and dip halfway into melted chocolate, then place on parchment to set.
- → Can I prepare this in advance?
Yes, prepare the dipped strawberries and candy skewers ahead of time, then refrigerate until serving to maintain freshness.
- → What can I substitute for wooden skewers?
Alternative options include bamboo picks or decorative sticks that are food-safe and sturdy enough to hold candies and fruit.
- → How do I add decorative sprinkles without melting the chocolate?
Sprinkle decorations immediately after dipping strawberries while the chocolate is still wet to ensure good adhesion without affecting texture.
- → Are there variations to suit dietary preferences?
Yes, swap milk chocolate with dark or vegan chocolate and consider nut additions or allergen-free candy options to suit different needs.