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    Modified: Jan 8, 2024 · Published: Feb 3, 2021 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Chocolate Covered Cacao Nibs

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    Sweet dark chocolate comes together with crunchy cacao nibs to make these healthy Chocolate Covered Cacao Nibs!

    Chocolate Covered Cacao Nibs spread out on parchment paper.

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    Cacao nibs are a pantry staple in my house. I like to top them with vegan yogurt and overnight oats. So covering them with sweet dark chocolate was a no-brainer.

    If you like Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans, you will most likely like these. They have the same flavor profile.

    This is a fun chocolaty treat the whole family will love!

    Other cacao recipes to try are Cacao Kombucha, Cacao Coffee Recipe, Cocoa Milk Tea, and Cold Brew Cocoa.

    A cacao powder recipe to try is my Coconut Oil Chocolate Bark recipe.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
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    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Vegan Chocolate Recipes
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • They are sweet and crunchy.
    • They are simple and easy to make.
    • They're made with only a handful of ingredients.

    🧾 Ingredients

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    • Cacao nibs: Add a bitter chocolate flavor and crunchy texture. Another fun way to make them is my Candied Cacao Nibs Recipe.
    • Dark chocolate chips: I used semi-sweet chocolate chips. You could also use dark chocolate baking chunks.
    • Cinnamon: I like the warm spice flavor. You could leave it out.
    • Salt: Enhances sweetness. I like to use sea salt.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Chocolate chips in a large bowl above a saucepan of water.

    Step 1: Add chocolate chips to a heat-proof bowl over a saucepan with water or a double boiler.

    Melted chocolate in a bowl with spatula.

    Step 2: Melt until smooth and creamy.

    Cinnamon and salt being added to the melted chocolate.

    Step 3: Add cinnamon and salt. Mix well.

    Cacao nibs added to the melted chocolate.

    Step 4: Add cacao nibs and stir until coated.

    Chocolate covered cacao nibs on parchment paper.

    Step 5: With a fork spread cacao nibs on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place in the fridge to cool and set.

    Chocolate Covered Cacao Nib cluster in my hand.

    🍽 Serving

    • On Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream
    • In a Vegan Coffee Ice Cream Float
    • On pancakes
    • In trail mix
    • In vegan yogurt
    Chocolate Covered Cacao Nibs on parchment paper.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    Do Cacao Nibs Have Caffeine?

    Cacao nibs do have caffeine. According to the Navitas website (the brand of cacao nibs I have currently), cacao has 41 mg of caffeine per 3 tablespoons of cacao nibs.

    What Do Cacao Nibs Taste Like?

    If you have never had cacao nibs before, they have a bitter chocolaty flavor. Cacao nibs are pieces of roasted cacao beans and have no sugar.
    Since they are bitter, they pair nicely with sweet dark chocolate. The result is a crunchy, sweet treat.

    How long will chocolate covered cacao nibs last?

    This easy chocolate cacao nibs recipe will last for 2-3 weeks in an airtight container in the fridge, and several months in the freezer.

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    If you tried this Chocolate Covered Cacao Nibs Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

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    Chocolate Covered Cacao Nibs
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    Chocolate Covered Cacao Nibs

    Sweet dark chocolate comes together with crunchy cacao nibs to make these healthy Chocolate Covered Cacao Nibs!
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 8 (2 tablespoons each)
    Calories 196kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup chocolate chips or dark chocolate baking chunks
    • 1 cup cacao nibs
    • Pinch cinnamon (optional)
    • Pinch salt

    Instructions

    • Place a heat proof bowl over a sauce pan filled with a couple of inches water (or use a double boiler). Pour chocolate chips in the bowl over medium heat.
    • Stirring constantly, heat until smooth and melted.
    • Add cinnamon and salt. Mix well.
    • Add cacao nibs and stir until all the nibs are coated.
    • Using a fork, lift cacao nibs out and spread out on a parchment lined baking sheet.
    • Place in the fridge to cool and set.

    Notes

    This recipe will last for 2-3 weeks in an airtight container in the fridge, and several months in the freezer.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 15mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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