DIY Lavender Chocolate Chips
These DIY lavender chocolate chips are a unique and easy way to elevate your baking with a delicate floral twist. Made with rich chocolate and culinary lavender, they’re perfect for cookies, cakes, and gourmet desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 –2 cups high-quality chocolate dark, semi-sweet, or milk, chopped
- 1 –2 teaspoons culinary dried lavender finely ground
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or cocoa butter optional
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Finely grind the dried lavender using a grinder or mortar and pestle.
- Melt chocolate in a microwave (20–30 second intervals) or double boiler, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in the ground lavender and mix well.
- Add coconut oil if needed for a smoother texture.
- Transfer chocolate to a piping bag or use a spoon.
- Pipe small chip-sized dots onto parchment paper.
- Let set at room temperature or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes until firm.
- Remove chips and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use culinary-grade lavender only.
- Avoid adding too much lavender to prevent a bitter or soapy taste.
- Melt chocolate gently to avoid seizing.
- Grind lavender finely for even flavor distribution.
- Use a piping bag for uniform chip shapes.