Why buy a store-bought box when you can craft your very own gourmet Assorted Chocolate Box at home? With 12 unique flavors ranging from creamy hazelnut to vibrant raspberry, this recipe offers a decadent experience that feels like it came from a high-end chocolatier. Perfect for gift-giving, parties, or simply treating yourself, each chocolate delivers a little burst of joy in one bite.
Let’s dive into this fun and flavorful chocolate-making adventure!
🍫 Base Chocolate Shell
This is the foundation for all your fillings. Choose your favorite between dark, milk, or even white chocolate, and use a silicone mold for perfect shapes every time.
Ingredients:
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800g dark or milk chocolate (tempered or good-quality baking chocolate)
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Silicone chocolate mold or mini candy cups
Instructions:
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Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
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Pour the chocolate into molds, then rotate and tilt to coat all sides.
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Tap gently to remove air bubbles. Flip the mold and let excess chocolate drip out.
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Chill until set (about 10–15 minutes in the fridge).
Repeat the coating process if a thicker shell is desired.
🧁 12 Delicious Fillings
Each filling makes about 5–6 chocolates depending on mold size. Be sure to cool the fillings before sealing them with chocolate.
1. Hazelnut
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200g Nutella
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100g crushed roasted hazelnuts
→ Mix together, spoon into shells, and seal with chocolate.
2. Strawberry
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100g white chocolate
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2 tbsp strawberry jam
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1 drop strawberry essence (optional)
→ Melt white chocolate, stir in jam, let cool, fill and seal.
3. Fudge
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200g semi-sweet chocolate
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100ml condensed milk
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Pinch of salt
→ Melt chocolate, mix with milk and salt, cool slightly, then fill.
4. Orange
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150g dark chocolate
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2 tbsp orange zest
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1 tbsp orange juice
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1 tsp orange extract
→ Combine everything, let thicken, and spoon into shells.
5. Crisp
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100g milk chocolate
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50g crushed cornflakes or crispy rice cereal
→ Mix and spoon into molds for a crunchy texture.
6. Nougat
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200g nougat (store-bought or homemade)
→ Cut into small pieces, press into shell, and seal.
7. Coffee
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100g dark chocolate
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1 tbsp instant espresso powder
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2 tbsp heavy cream
→ Heat cream, dissolve espresso, stir into chocolate, cool, and fill.
8. Toffee
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100g toffee bits
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50g caramel sauce
→ Combine and spoon into shells.
9. Caramel
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200g soft caramels
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1 tbsp cream
→ Melt together until smooth, cool slightly, and fill.
10. Truffle (Classic Ganache)
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200g dark chocolate
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100ml heavy cream
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1 tbsp butter
→ Heat cream, pour over chocolate and butter, stir until smooth. Chill and pipe into molds.
11. Raspberry
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100g white chocolate
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2 tbsp raspberry jam
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1 tsp lemon zest
→ Melt chocolate, stir in jam and zest, and fill shells.
12. Almond
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100g almond butter
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1 tbsp honey
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½ tsp vanilla extract
→ Mix and spoon in. Optionally, top with a roasted almond.
🧊 Assembly Tips
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Let fillings cool before sealing with chocolate to prevent melting.
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Use a small spoon or piping bag for neat filling.
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After sealing, tap molds again to remove bubbles.
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Chill the chocolates for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before unmolding.
🧺 Storage Instructions
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Store chocolates in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks.
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For longer storage, refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 1 month (bring to room temp before serving for best texture).
🎁 Perfect for Gifting
These chocolates are not just indulgent—they’re beautiful. Package them in festive boxes, jars, or tins with ribbon for a stunning homemade gift that feels luxurious and thoughtful.
✨ Final Thoughts
This Big Assorted Chocolate Box is more than just a recipe—it’s a celebration of flavor and creativity. With 12 different fillings, you can explore textures, tastes, and techniques while creating something truly special. Whether you’re making them for a loved one or indulging in a chocolate lover’s dream, this recipe promises pure joy—bite after bite.