If you like dark chocolate and raspberries, then this 4 Ingredient Dark Chocolate Raspberry Hearts recipe is just what you need. Delicious homemade chocolates that are easy to make and use only healthy ingredients. Dairy free, vegan recipe. Enjoy the benefits of eating real chocolate!
Dark Chocolate Raspberry Hearts
I love dark chocolate. The first time I made my own chocolate, I researched all the health benefits of eating cacao and was really impressed. Unfortunately, most commercial chocolates are not made with cacao. For more information please see my Are You Eating Real Chocolate? post. You will discover the amazing benefits of eating real chocolate and it will inspire to make your own using high quality ingredients.
This 4 Ingredient Dark Chocolate Raspberry Hearts recipe is very easy to make, uses only 4 healthy ingredients, and it’s so good for you. Yes, these chocolates are super healthy, full of antioxidants, nutrition, and no processed or refined ingredients.
If you are thinking of making these chocolates for your family and friends, this recipe is the perfect way to say “I love you”. Chocolate that is good for your health. It takes only 5 minutes to prepare and OMG! you have delicious, mouth watering, dark chocolate hearts. Loved the combination with the raspberries. I like my chocolate a bit bitter but if you have a sweeter taste, just add an extra tablespoon of maple syrup.
Benefits of Real Chocolate Made with Cacao Powder
- Rich in Antioxidants- It’s packed with flavonoids, powerful antioxidants that help fight free radicals, reduce oxidative stress, and protect cells from damage.
- Boosts Mood – Compounds like theobromine and phenylethylamine can promote the release of endorphins and serotonin, enhancing your mood and reducing feelings of stress.
- Heart Health Support – The flavonoids in cacao can also help improve blood flow, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease by improving cholesterol levels.
- Enhances Brain Function – Cacao improves blood flow to the brain, which can boost cognitive function, memory, and focus. Its flavonoids are linked to improved mental performance.
- Energy Boost – Theobromine give a mild, sustained energy boost without the jittery effects of caffeine.
- Improves Skin Health – The antioxidants can improve skin elasticity, giving you a healthier, more youthful appearance.
- Improves Cholesterol Levels – Studies suggest that cacao can help raise HDL (good) cholesterol while lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol, supporting cardiovascular health.
- Reduces Risk of Stroke –The flavonoids and magnesium in cacao can improve circulation and lower blood pressure, reducing the risk of stroke.
- Natural Stress Reliever – Cacao helps to regulate cortisol levels, the body’s primary stress hormone, promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety.
- Supports Immune Function – Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties help strengthen the immune system and protect against infections.
For this recipe I used Cacao Powder, Maple Syrup
(or honey for non-vegans), Coconut Oil
, and fresh raspberries. A delicious and easy vegan recipe using the highest quality ingredients. I also used my Double Heart Chocolate Mold
but any silicone molds will work just fine. You don’t need to oil them, the chocolates pop right out.
For more cacao recipes, please see Cacao Cupcakes made with almond flour and a delicious cream cheese frosting, or 3 Ingredient Chocolate recipes. My recipes are very easy to make.
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4 Ingredient Dark Chocolate Raspberry Hearts
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 20 chocolates 1x
Description
Delicious and healthy dark chocolate raspberry hearts treat for kids and adults. Dairy free, no bake vegan recipe. Made without refined sugar.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cacao powder
- 1/2 cup coconut oil melted
- 5–6 tablespoons maple syrup *or use honey
- 1/4 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- In a medium size bowl mix the cacao powder with the melted coconut oil.
- Add the maple syrup and the fresh raspberries and mix really well. I used a hand blender but you can whisk by hand too.
- Using a ziplock bag (cut a tip at the end),or small spoon, fill your molds with the mixture.
- Freeze for 2-3 hours.
- Chocolates will come right out of the molds. Enjoy!
- Store them in the freezer.
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blend
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chocolate, dark chocolate, vegan, dairy free, healthy treat
If you try this recipe, I will love to know if you also loved it. You can leave a message or review below. Or find me on Instagram @creativehealthyfamily.
ramakrishna reddy says
easy to cook chacolates… that too….least ingradients and healthy… thanks….
kundan says
Hey, This is really Nice Recipe. I have make it at home. It was awesome.
Thankyou for sharing with us.
Creative Healthy Family says
So glad you enjoyed it.
Anim says
Delicious, healthy ingrediant and very easy procedure.
thank you very much.
Creative Healthy Family says
Thank you for your comment!
Shona says
Hi, I love this concept. My only concern is the recently discovered high levels of aluminium, cadmium and lead in all sources of cacao and chocolate – the contamination being higher in this food than any other. https://cleangreentoxicantfree.com/index.php/2021/07/23/chocolate-cacao-better-and-worst-brands-for-heavy-metals/ Apparently, the one brand that is overall lowest in these is Navitas from Sierra Leone (not other countries) – but we can’t get this in Oz. I saw that the nibs are generally lower – have you ever tried to make it by grinding up nibs?
Creative Healthy Family says
Thank you so much for the information. I haven’t tried grinding up nibs but sounds like a good idea. Let me know if you try it and we can share it 🙂