(Only 4 Ingredients & Alpha-Gal Allergy Friendly)
Did you know… Dark chocolate is anti-inflammatory — and delicious! 🍫
High-quality dark chocolate (with at least 70% cocoa) contains flavonoids, which are powerful antioxidants that help reduce inflammation in the body. In moderation, of course, this is a great way to treat yourself and your body! This recipe is simple with only 4 ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry!
You can buy the Cocoa Powder that Samantha the Dietitian uses on Amazon!
Check out the recipe below:
Dark Chocolate Recipe (Only 4 Ingredients)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Melt the coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl on half power for 1 minute.
- Add cocoa powder and whisk until smooth.
- Add honey and vanilla extract and stir.
- Pour in a parchment-lined baking dish and chill for 30-60 minutes.
- Break pieces apart and store in the fridge.
Notes
Best Substitutes for Coconut Oil in Homemade Chocolate:
1. Cocoa Butter
- Best option if you want a shelf-stable, snappable chocolate bar.
- Use the same amount (1:1 substitute).
2. Butter (unsalted)
- Not dairy-free and will need to store chocolate in the fridge.
- Use same amount (1:1 substitute).
3. Ghee (clarified butter)
- Shelf-stable, and lower in lactose than butter.
- Use same amount (1:1 substitute).
4. Avocado Oil or Olive Oil
- Adds healthy fats but makes soft chocolate – must keep refrigerated.
- Use slightly less: about 3 Tbsp oil for every 1/4 cup coconut oil.
5. Nut Butters (for soft fudge-style chocolate)
- Use peanut butter, almond butter, or sunflower seed butter.
- Combine with a bit of melted chocolate or cocoa butter to firm it up.
- Use same amount (1:1 substitute).
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