{"id":7595,"date":"2023-07-08T17:26:05","date_gmt":"2023-07-08T16:26:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.prestigehampers.co.uk\/?p=7595"},"modified":"2023-07-02T17:50:51","modified_gmt":"2023-07-02T16:50:51","slug":"chocolate-coated-fruit-for-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.prestigehampers.co.uk\/hamper-diaries\/chocolate-coated-fruit-for-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate-coated fruit for summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chocolate is one of the most popular desserts<\/a> and while you can enjoy it on its own, you can also use it in various recipes. There are many foods that taste great when paired with chocolate, and for this reason, chocolate-coated fruit has become increasingly popular.<\/p>\n

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When using chocolate as a coating, you will need to make the chocolate according to a specific recipe. First you have to temper the chocolate with a little butter. Ideal is a ratio of 1 pound of semisweet or milk chocolate and 2 teaspoons of shortening. When dipping food in chocolate, you can use your fingers, a skewer, or slotted spoon. After dipping the food in the chocolate, let the excess drip off before placing it on a tray. Set submerged food aside at room temperature. After 30 minutes, the chocolate will be smooth but firm. After 4 hours it will be fully set.<\/p>\n

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Remember that it is not necessary to completely immerse the food in the chocolate. Chocolate-coated fruit can be dipped halfway which yields a visually appealing and delicious result. Some of the more interesting and delicious foods you can use for dipping include:<\/p>\n