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Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips Recipe

Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips Recipe

This Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips Recipe is an easy homemade baking staple made with cocoa powder, coconut oil, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt for the perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor and sweetness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ### Ingredients
  • * **Unsweetened cocoa powder** – 1 cup
  • * **Coconut oil melted** – ½ cup
  • * **Powdered sugar** – ¼ cup
  • * **Vanilla extract** – 1 teaspoon
  • * **Fine sea salt** – ⅛ teaspoon

Equipment

  • Medium mixing
  • bowlWhiskMeasuring cups
  • spoonsSilicone spatulaBaking
  • sheet or trayParchment
  • paperKnife
  • bench scraperAirtight container

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Tray
  1. Line a small baking sheet or tray with parchment paper and set it aside.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
  1. Whisk together the melted coconut oil, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and sea salt until smooth. Gradually add the cocoa powder and whisk until completely combined and lump-free.
Step 3: Spread the Mixture
  1. Pour the chocolate mixture onto the prepared tray and spread it into a thin, even layer about ⅛ inch thick.
Step 4: Chill Until Firm
  1. Freeze the tray for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully hardened.
Step 5: Break into Chips
  1. Remove the chocolate from the freezer and chop or break it into small chip-sized pieces. Store in an airtight container until ready to use.
    Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips Recipe

Notes

Cocoa powder contains antioxidants that may help support overall health. Making chocolate chips at home also allows you to control the ingredients and sweetness.