Chocolate drops are simple yet delicious treats that make excellent gifts or party favors. These bite-sized drops of chocolate are easy to make and can be customized to your liking with different flavors and decorations. Whether you prefer dark, milk, or white chocolate, here’s how to prepare chocolate drops at home.

What you’ll need:

– Chocolate chips (dark, milk, or white)
– Vegetable shortening
– Optional flavorings (vanilla extract, peppermint extract, etc.)
– Optional decorations (sprinkles, crushed nuts, sea salt, etc.)
– Piping bag or plastic sandwich bag
– Baking sheet

Instructions:

1. Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until fully melted. You can also melt the chocolate in a double boiler over simmering water. Add a tablespoon of vegetable shortening for every 12 ounces of chocolate to help thin it out and make it easier to pipe.

2. Flavor the chocolate (optional): If you want to add flavor to your chocolate drops, stir in a teaspoon of vanilla extract, peppermint extract, or any other flavoring of your choice.

3. Prepare the piping bag: If you’re using a piping bag, fit it with a small round tip or simply snip off the corner of a plastic sandwich bag. Transfer the melted chocolate to the bag and twist the top to seal it shut.

4. Pipe the chocolate drops: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Hold the piping bag or plastic bag about 1 inch above the baking sheet and gently squeeze to pipe out small drops of chocolate. You can make them any size you’d like, but keep them small enough to be bite-sized.

5. Decorate the chocolate drops (optional): If you want to add some pizzazz to your chocolate drops, sprinkle them with some colorful sprinkles, chopped nuts, sea salt, or any other toppings you’d like while the chocolate is still wet.

6. Set the chocolate drops: Let the chocolate drops set at room temperature until they’re completely firm. This should take about an hour or so, depending on the temperature and humidity in your kitchen.

7. Store the chocolate drops: Once the chocolate drops are set, transfer them to an airtight container and store them in a cool, dry place. They’ll keep for about a week at room temperature, or you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life.

In conclusion, making chocolate drops at home is a fun and easy way to satisfy your sweet tooth. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these tasty treats in no time. Plus, they make great gifts for friends and family during the holidays or special occasions. Get creative with different flavors and decorations to make your chocolate drops truly unique and delicious.

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