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How to Make Homemade Chocolate Bars (Dark, Milk, White)

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 bars 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Universal
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make delicious homemade chocolate bars in dark, milk, and white varieties using simple ingredients. Perfect for gifting or indulging!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 cup cocoa butter (for all types)
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder (for dark and milk chocolate)
  • 1/4 cup milk powder (for milk and white chocolate)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: nuts, dried fruits, or flavorings

Instructions

  1. Melt cocoa butter in a double boiler over low heat.
  2. For dark chocolate: whisk in cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  3. For milk chocolate: add milk powder along with cocoa powder and whisk until combined.
  4. For white chocolate: omit cocoa powder and add milk powder and powdered sugar, whisk until smooth.
  5. Pour the mixture into silicone chocolate molds.
  6. Tap molds gently to remove air bubbles.
  7. Allow to set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.
  8. Unmold and store in an airtight container in a cool place.

Notes

  • Use food-grade cocoa butter for best results.
  • You can temper the chocolate for a glossy finish and better snap.
  • Adjust sugar to taste depending on how sweet you prefer your chocolate.
  • Store in a cool, dry place to avoid melting or bloom.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg