On a recent trip to Norway, I came across these delicious candies called chocolates plates found in the gourmet chocolate shops.
To make these homemade haut chocolats, you can add your favorite fruits, spices, nuts, and candies to create an assortment. I used Wilton Candy Melts as my chocolate base, they come in variety of flavors and a plethora colors .
The candies and toppings I recommend are:
- Wilton Dark Chocolate Candy Melts
- Wilton Milk Chocolate Candy Melts
- Wilton White Chocolate Candy Melts
- Wilton Peanut Butter Candy Melts
- Wilton Red Candy Melts
- Wilton Green Candy Melts
- Dried Fruit – Mandy, Apple, Fig, and Cranberries
- Candied Ginger
- Wasabi Peas
- Coconut
- Cashews, Peanuts, Almonds
- Candy Canes
- Chocolate Chips
- Smoked Salt
- Chopped Pistachios
Steps to MYO Holiday Haut Chocolat:
1. Cover a ceramic plate with parchment paper. Lay the Wilton Candy Melts on the plate with 1 inch of space between each candy. Heat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until candies are soft.
2. Once melted, use a knife to spread out the candy melts in a circular motion.
3. Top the melted chocolates with your favorite gourmet and exotic ingredients.
4. Place in the freezer for approximately 5-10 minutes until hardened. The hardened candies are easily removed from the parchment paper.
5. Display candies on a serving plate. You may also display the candies in small clear plastic bags. The candies make great hostess gifts.
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