6 tricks to give your
chocolate a second life
Not sure what to do with chocolate you've recently been gifted? Try out these creative ideas that will make your leftover chocolate more enticing!
Frozen bananas
Easy and refreshing, frozen chocolate bananas will satisfy your sweet tooth. Slice your banana in half and skewer each piece with a wooden stick. Put the bananas in the freezer for about 20 minutes, and then dip them in leftover melted chocolate. Roll them in the topping of your choice. Put the bananas back in the freezer for 4 to 6 hours and enjoy. That's all there is to it!
Ideas for toppings
- Crushed pistachios
- Chopped peanuts or walnuts
- Shredded coconut
- Small candy
Easy chocolate cups
Nothing is simpler than making chocolate cups! Take a clean brush and paint a coat of melted chocolate on the insides of a silicone muffin mould. Refrigerate for 10 minutes. Apply a second coat and put it back in the refrigerator for another 10 minutes. Afterwards, all you need to do is to carefully remove the chocolate cup from the silicone. Perfect for serving fruit salads or ice cream!
Eco-tip: Silicone muffin molds are ideal for baking muffins without having to use parchment paper. Less expenses on your end, and a little boost for the environment!
Chocolate pretzels
Whether white, dark or milk, any leftover chocolate you have will pair perfectly with the salted taste of pretzels. Discover how to make them here. Impossible to resist!
Chocolate clusters
Why not let your children help in the preparation of chocolate clusters? They only take 3 easy steps!
- Melt your leftover pieces of chocolate
- Place dollops of melted chocolate on parchment paper
- Ask your little chefs to add dried fruits, peanuts, nuts or almonds on the chocolate. Place them for 15 minutes in the freezer before devouring!
Chocolate popcorn
Planning a movie night at home with the family? Add a drizzle of melted chocolate on your popcorn. The kids will ask for more!
The extra-chocolaty breakfast
Thinly slice a pear and place it on your French toast with a generous helping of melted chocolate. The best way to start your day!
Eco-tip: If you don't want to use pears, replace them with seasonal or frozen fruits instead!