Description
Delight in these elegant Chocolate Enrobed Berry Gelee Delights, featuring a smooth, tangy mixed berry gelée coated in rich dark chocolate. This no-bake French-inspired dessert combines the natural sweetness of berries with the indulgence of dark chocolate for a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Berry Gelee
- 1 ½ cups mixed berry puree (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries, strained)
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
- 2 ½ teaspoons powdered gelatin
Chocolate Coating
- 10 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother coating)
Instructions
- Prepare the gelatin: Sprinkle the powdered gelatin over ¼ cup of water in a small bowl and let it bloom for 5 minutes, allowing it to absorb the water and soften.
- Heat the berry mixture: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the mixed berry puree, lemon juice, and honey. Stir gently until the mixture is warm but not boiling, which helps dissolve the honey and meld flavors.
- Dissolve the gelatin: Remove the berry mixture from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved, ensuring an even gelée texture.
- Set the gelée: Pour the berry mixture into a parchment-lined 8×8 inch baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 to 3 hours, or until the mixture is completely set and firm.
- Cut the gelée: Once fully set, carefully lift the gelée from the dish using the parchment paper. Cut into small squares or your desired shapes for dipping.
- Melt the chocolate: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave, melt the dark chocolate along with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil if using, to achieve a smoother, shinier coating.
- Dip the gelée pieces: Using a fork, dip each gelée square into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place the coated pieces on a parchment-lined tray.
- Chill the coated gelée: Refrigerate the dipped pieces until the chocolate hardens and sets, about 15-30 minutes.
- Serve and store: Serve the chilled treats immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Use silicone molds for fun shapes or a more polished, uniform presentation.
- Adjust the sweetness based on the berry ripeness or your taste preference by varying the honey or agave syrup.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness and texture.
- For a vegan version, substitute gelatin with agar-agar and ensure the honey is replaced with agave syrup.
- Dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa provides a rich flavor balance and pairs well with the tartness of berries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
