Chocolate Covered Pecans

7 Reviews

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 5 min
Ready In: 10 min

“Pecan halves are completely covered in chocolate. An easy and delicious treat that also makes a great gift.” - by GOLDIELOCKS264

Ingredients

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons heavy cream
2 cups pecan halves

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Original recipe yields 2 cups

Directions

Combine the chocolate chips and cream in a medium metal bowl, and set on top of a pan of simmering water. Stir occasionally until melted and smooth. Remove from heat. Stir pecan halves into the chocolate until completely coated.
Remove a few pecans at a time with a slotted spoon. Separate pecan halves and place onto a waxed paper lined cookie sheet. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (2 total)

Calories
1024 cal
51%

Fat
98.6 g
152%

Carbs
42.1 g
14%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Reviews (7)

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Sheri

Nov. 7, 2005

"Not bad, next time I would add more chocolate to get better coverage. Probably 1 cup of chips to every 2 cups pecans...." See more"

GRANNYLOOHOO

Oct. 29, 2006

"I used roasted almonds and mixed milk and semi-sweet chocolate chips. I agree with SLJOHNS suggestion for the proportion of nuts to chocolate chips. These hardened very nicely in the refrigerator in a..." See morebout 15 minutes. I like the idea of ganache covered nuts; even though delicious they are a little messy on your fingers!"

naples34102

Jan. 20, 2010

"I'm glad I only made enough of these to decorate some cupcakes! They're beautiful, delicious and an ideal garnish but this is not for the impatient or for those that don't like gooky fingers. These w..." See moreould be perfect and unique for fancy, plated desserts!"

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