Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans Using Baker’s Chocolate

• 1 cup roasted coffee beans
• 4 oz. chocolate pieces
• 3 tbsp. cocoa powder

Melt the chocolate and cover the beans, using the technique in the previous recipe or any chocolate dipping technique will work. Let them harden a little, but not completely. Roll the chocolate beans in the cocoa powder, and then let them finish hardening.

Flavored coffees are usually not recommended, but they can add a tasty twist to these treats. Try hazelnut or vanilla.

• Chocolate varieties: Ghirardelli is a good tasting brand of chocolate that you can also purchase in squares.

Making your own candy can be a challenge but it can also be rewarding. You can enjoy a homemade dessert and save money in the process. Whether you are a gourmet cook or just a beginner the recipes mentioned above are good starter recipes for anyone to use. Whip up a batch of chocolate covered coffee beans and indulge your self!