Learn How to Easily Make Delicious Chocolate with Cocoa Powder

Are you a chocolate lover looking for a fun and easy way to make homemade chocolate bars? Look no further! In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make delicious chocolate bars using cocoa powder. 

With just a few simple ingredients and some basic kitchen tools, you can make your own chocolate bars that are not only tasty but also free from additives and preservatives. So let’s get started and satisfy our sweet tooth with some homemade goodness!

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Make homemade chocolate with just 3 ingredients

Who says you need a fancy kitchen or top-notch ingredients to make delicious chocolate bars? With just three simple ingredients, you can make your very own homemade chocolate bars that are both easy to make and taste divine. 

All you need is some cocoa powder, coconut oil, and a sweetener of your choice (such as honey, maple syrup, agave syrup, etc.). I like to use maple syrup and honey most because their flavors really bring out the chocolatey goodness and I don’t have to melt down granulated sugar. Some other recipes use cocoa butter, but I find that ingredient hard to find, so that’s why I use coconut oil instead. I think the flavor is just as good! 

If you want to customize your chocolate, you can add any number of add-ins like chopped nuts,  dried fruit, or even pretzels for a salty-sweet flavor.

What do I need to make chocolate bars with cocoa powder?

• 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
• 1/2 cup high-quality cocoa powder (I like Droste and King Arthur Flour brand cocoa)
• 1/2 cup maple syrup

Mix in Ideas (Choice one)

• 1/2 cup shredded coconut and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1/2 cup dried fruits, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts
• 1/4 cup crushed pretzels
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Heavy pinch sea salt

How do you make chocolates from cocoa powder?

• Okay, so now that we’ve got your ingredients, let’s get to making some chocolate bars! 
• First, I start by melting the coconut oil in a double boiler or microwave. To melt coconut oil in a microwave, ​​place it in a microwave-safe bowl and heat on high for 15 seconds increments, stirring in between until melted.
• Once melted, stir in the maple syrup until fully combined with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula. 
• Next, add the cocoa powder and stir well. Press out any lumps against the side of the bowl.
• Next, add whichever mix-ins you chose – like dried fruit, nuts, pretzels, etc. – and fold them into the chocolate mixture until everything is evenly mixed throughout.  
• Finally, pour your chocolate mixture into a silicone mold or parchment paper-lined baking dish. Sprinkle with extra sea salt if desired. 
• Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour, until the chocolate is fully set and you’re ready to enjoy!

Experiment with Flavors and Add-ins

Now that I’ve got the basic recipe down for my homemade chocolate bars, it’s time to have some fun and experiment with flavors and add-ins. One thing I like to do is use dark cocoa powder to make a rich, decadent dark chocolate bar. 

If you want to add some additional flavor, you can also stir in 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon or 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper with the cocoa powder. 

You can also add some chopped dark chocolate for a richer flavor, or you can play around with other mix-ins like toasted coconut flakes, white chocolate chips, marshmallows, and more! 

Once you try out your own variations, it’s likely that you’ll come up with your own signature recipe! 

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Customize Chocolate Bar Shapes

So, you’ve learned how to make homemade chocolate from cocoa powder and experimented with different flavors and add-ins. But why settle for just any old shape for your delicious creations? Let’s talk about how to customize your chocolate bar shapes.

The possibilities are endless! You can use silicone molds to make fun and unique shapes like hearts, stars, or even dinosaurs. Or, you could opt for a more traditional rectangular shape and package them up with a cute label as a perfect little gift for friends and family.

Personally, I love using this dinosaur-shaped silicone mold. It’s a fun shape that my kids love and it’s so easy to make! 

My kids when they were younger also liked to use small cookie cutters to mold the chocolate. It’s a fun activity to do with kids and also adds a playful element to your chocolate bars. Plus, you can reuse the cutters for other baking projects later on.

So don’t be afraid to get creative with how you present your homemade chocolate bars. The only limit is your imagination. And let’s be real, who doesn’t love a delicious treat that’s also visually appealing? 

Enjoy Your Homemade Chocolate Bars!

So, after following all the previous steps in making homemade chocolate bars with cocoa powder, it’s finally time to enjoy our delicious creation! I must admit, there’s something quite satisfying about biting into a piece of chocolate that you made with your own two hands. 

And the best part is that you can customize the flavors and add-ins to suit your personal taste. Whether you decide to go for classic dark chocolate or mix in some nuts and dried fruit, the possibilities are endless. So go ahead, savor every bite of your homemade chocolate bars, and feel proud of your chocolate-making skills.

For other chocolate recipes, see:

• Here’s How to Make This Easy Chocolate Campfire Cake in an Orange
• How to Make Iced White Chocolate Mocha – Starbucks Copycat Recipe
• Spicy Double Dark Chocolate Snickerdoodle Cookies

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