Description
This Chocolate Lovers Cool Whip Candy Recipe is a delicious no-bake treat featuring a fluffy Cool Whip and semi-sweet chocolate base, coated with smooth milk chocolate and customizable toppings. Perfect for easy homemade truffles that are light, airy, and irresistibly chocolaty.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Layer
- 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
Optional Toppings
- Mini chocolate chips
- Crushed Oreos
- Chopped nuts
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal of the candy later.
- Melt Semi-Sweet Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth and fully melted. Allow the chocolate to cool slightly to avoid melting the Cool Whip.
- Combine with Cool Whip: Gently fold the melted semi-sweet chocolate into the thawed Cool Whip until the mixture is well combined, resulting in a puffed, airy texture.
- Spread and Chill: Spread the chocolate-Cool Whip mixture evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a spatula. Freeze for about 30 minutes until firm enough to cut into squares.
- Melt Milk Chocolate Coating: While the base chills, melt the milk chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Cut and Dip Candies: Remove the firm Cool Whip layer from the pan using the parchment overhang, then cut it into small squares. Using a fork, dip each square into the melted milk chocolate to coat fully, shaking off any excess chocolate.
- Add Toppings and Set: Place the dipped candies onto a parchment-lined tray and quickly sprinkle with your choice of toppings before the chocolate sets.
- Chill to Firm: Refrigerate or freeze the dipped candies for 15–20 minutes until the chocolate coating is firm.
- Store and Serve: Keep the candies chilled until ready to serve to preserve the texture and freshness.
Notes
- Use bittersweet chocolate chips for a darker, richer chocolate flavor.
- Swirl in peanut butter or Nutella into the base layer for added creaminess and richness.
- Keep the candies refrigerated or frozen to maintain their texture and prevent melting.
- Experiment with toppings like crushed nuts or sprinkles to add crunch and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
