Description
Sweet Halloween magic comes alive with this simple 3-ingredient pumpkin chocolate candy recipe that blends rich chocolate and creamy pumpkin into delightful bite-sized treats. Chocolate lovers will savor these quick seasonal delights you can whip up in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4.4 oz (125 g) chocolate
- 1 cup (130 g/4.6 oz) pumpkin seeds
- 1 cup (175 g/6.2 oz) pitted dates
Instructions
- Seed Preparation: Immerse pumpkin seeds in cool water for 60-90 minutes or refrigerate overnight. Rinse gently and thoroughly dry using clean kitchen towels.
- Blending Base: Combine softened pumpkin seeds and pitted dates in a high-powered food processor. Pulse until the mixture transforms into a smooth, cohesive texture that holds together when pressed.
- Pan Setup: Arrange parchment paper in an 8-inch square baking pan with overhanging edges. Distribute the seed-date mixture evenly, pressing firmly to create a compact, level foundation using a spatula or hands.
- Chocolate Melting: Fragment dark chocolate into small, uniform pieces. Utilize a double boiler or microwave, heating in brief 15-second intervals and stirring until the chocolate achieves a glossy, silky consistency.
- Chocolate Layer: Pour melted chocolate over the prepared base, gently tilting the pan to ensure uniform distribution across the surface.
- Setting Process: Refrigerate the candy for 45-60 minutes until the chocolate solidifies completely and feels firm to the touch.
- Cutting and Storage: Elevate the candy slab using parchment paper, transfer to a cutting board, and slice into 16-20 bite-sized squares. Store in an airtight refrigerator container, separating layers with parchment paper for up to 7 days.
Notes
- Seed Soaking Technique: Proper soaking softens seeds, enhancing texture and digestibility, ensuring a smoother candy consistency.
- Moisture Management: Thoroughly drying seeds prevents water interference with the mixture’s binding and prevents potential chocolate separation.
- Chocolate Melting Precision: Use gentle, controlled heat to prevent chocolate burning or seizing, maintaining a glossy, smooth finish.
- Storage Strategy: Refrigeration preserves freshness, prevents chocolate from melting, and maintains the candy’s structural integrity for a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg