Chocolate Nonpareils
Chocolate Nonpareils are a timeless homemade candy with rich, smooth chocolate and tiny crunchy sprinkles on the bottom. These bite-sized treats are a delightful mouth treat with a satisfying crunch, perfect for Christmas candy trays and holiday gift boxes!
This recipe came from a friend who brought Dark Chocolate Nonpareils to work to share during the holidays. You might remember these as Sno-Caps, those little chocolate drops covered in tiny white sugar balls that you could get at the movie theater! Today, those tiny sugar balls come in just about every color, making these candies even more fun and festive.
The colorful sprinkles catch your eye and make them a fun addition to holiday candy making. They look like something you'd pick up at a candy shop, but they're so easy to make at home. I love how a few simple ingredients can turn into such a pretty little treat. They're also easy to package up for Christmas gifts or add to your holiday platters!
What You Need
Chocolate - your favorite brand
Nonpareils sprinkles - can be purchased stores like Michael's, Hobby Lobby, Walmart or your local grocery store
Tips for Making Chocolate Nonpareils
Choose good-quality chocolate. Dark chocolate gives these nonpareils a rich, deep chocolate flavor. You can also use white chocolate, milk chocolate or semisweet chocolate if you prefer semisweet chocolate delights!
Use the right chocolate. Chocolate made with cocoa butter melts smoothly and gives you that delicious, velvety chocolate disc.
Don't skimp on the sprinkles. The crunchy white or holiday sprinkles are what make nonpareils so recognizable. They add a satisfying crunch and give each chocolate disc its classic appearance.
Work in batches. Chocolate can begin to set as it cools, so it's helpful to work in smaller batches to make sure the sprinkles stick.
Make them holiday-ready. Package your finished chocolates in festive tins, candy boxes, or treat bags for easy Christmas gifting. They also look beautiful mixed in with homemade fudge, cookies, and other holiday candies.
Make a candy tray. These little chocolate candies are a popular treat and a great addition to Christmas candy trays. Their eye-catching appearance and delightful texture make them stand out among other homemade sweets.
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How to Make Chocolate Nonpareils
Step 1: Line a baking sheet nonpareil sprinkles, the tiny round sprinkles made of sugar and corn starch.
Step 2: Using a microwave safe bowl, melt 1 cup dark chocolate, or chocolate of choice, in one minute increments, stirring between each, until the chocolate is smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Transfer the melted chocolate to a piping bag or squeeze bottle. Pipe or squeeze small round discs directly ton to the sprinkles. Alternately, you can drop by teaspoon on to the sprinkles.
Step 4: Allow the chocolate to cool and firm up completely. Once set, gently lift the nonpareils from the baking sheet and transfer to an airtight container or arrange on a holiday candy tray.
How to Store Chocolate Nonpareils
Store Chocolate Nonpareils in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. They will keep for about 2 weeks at room temperature.
If your kitchen is warm, you can refrigerate them in an airtight container. Allow the container to come to room temperature before opening to help prevent condensation from forming on the chocolate.
You can also freeze them for up to 2 months. Place them in a freezer-safe airtight container with parchment paper between layers. Thaw in the refrigerator before bringing them to room temperature.
Non-Holiday Chocolate Nonpareils
Above Left: Colorful sprinkles for birthday parties. Above Right: Classic Sno-Caps style.
Chocolate Nonpareils are a delectable dark chocolate experience with eye-catching aesthetics that deserves a spot on your holiday baking list. With rich dark chocolate and those tiny crunchy sprinkles, every bite delivers a delicious combination of smooth chocolate and crunch. They are easy to add to Christmas candy trays, package up as homemade gifts, or enjoy whenever you're craving a little chocolate treat.
If you're putting together a holiday assortment of homemade candies and cookies, don't forget these little chocolate delights that are like a bite size chocolate candy bar! Sometimes an old-fashioned favorite is just what your Christmas treat tray needs! They are Forkin' Good!
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