<![CDATA[Chocolate]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Fri, 03 May 2013 12:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Top 13 chocolate chip recipes]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/991775/top-13-chocolate-chip-recipes This year, celebrate National Chocolate Chip Day the right way... WITH TONS OF CHOCOLATE. We've got everything from cakes and cookies to layered bars and lip balms all using our very favorite ingredient! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/991775/top-13-chocolate-chip-recipes Food & Recipes Dessert Recipes Emily Nichols Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[What is tempering chocolate?]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/989465/tempering-chocolate If you've ever tried working with chocolate, you know that it can be a bit tricky. These tips for tempering chocolate correctly will help you succeed in making candy and other chocolaty treats perfectly. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/989465/tempering-chocolate Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Marnely Rodriguez-Murray Tue, 02 Apr 2013 13:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[The inside scoop on raw chocolate]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/988029/benefits-of-raw-chocolate We all have our chocolate preferences: white, milk or dark are the classic choices. But there's another variety on the market that will have you thinking twice before you grab a piece of your favorite dark chocolate. There might be an even better chocolate for you, and it's raw chocolate! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/988029/benefits-of-raw-chocolate Food & Recipes Organic Foods & Recipes Eat Organic Marnely Rodriguez-Murray Tue, 26 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Why chocolate is good for your pregnancy ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984601/chocolate-is-good-for-your-pregnancy If you scarf down chocolate during your pregnancy, could you have a happier baby, a lowered risk of preeclampsia or are you just doomed to a thick waistline once Baby is delivered? Turns out, chocolate and pregnancy do mix, and the combo can be beneficial, in more ways than one. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984601/chocolate-is-good-for-your-pregnancy Parenting Having a Baby Pregnancy, Labor & Birth Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Caramel-stuffed chocolate crinkle cookies]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/987255/caramel-stuffed-chocolate-crinkle-cookie-recipe When you bite into these cookies you will be surprised by the sticky and sweet caramel interior. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/987255/caramel-stuffed-chocolate-crinkle-cookie-recipe Food & Recipes Dessert Recipes Baking Virginia Drader Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Chocolate dipped fruit pops! ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/986649/chocolate-dipped-fruit-pops Looking for a healthy alternative to the ever trendy cake pop? Try a fruit pop! Just as chocolate dipped, but much more healthy! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/986649/chocolate-dipped-fruit-pops Food & Recipes More Food & Recipes Jana Erwin Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:30:00 -0800 <![CDATA[5 Best artisan chocolate makers]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983081/5-best-artisan-chocolate-makers Even when chocolate is bad, it's pretty good. But these five artisan chocolate vendors are making the best must-taste artisan and small batch chocolates in the world. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983081/5-best-artisan-chocolate-makers Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Chris Perrin Fri, 08 Feb 2013 12:45:00 -0800 <![CDATA[How to pair chocolate with beer]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983087/how-to-pair-chocolate-with-beer Beer pairings are becoming far more popular these days, as are chocolate pairings. Why not combine these two trends with these tips for matching exceptional chocolates with exquisite beers? http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983087/how-to-pair-chocolate-with-beer Food & Recipes Entertaining Entertaining Menus & Recipes Chris Perrin Thu, 07 Feb 2013 07:45:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Chocolate breakfast in bed Valentine's Day menu]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983085/chocolate-breakfast-in-bed-valentines-day-menu Treat your special someone to a four-course breakfast-in-bed menu featuring luscious chocolate in every dish. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983085/chocolate-breakfast-in-bed-valentines-day-menu Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Holiday & Seasonal Recipes Chris Perrin Wed, 06 Feb 2013 10:30:00 -0800 <![CDATA[3 Easy low-fat chocolate desserts]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983713/3-easy-low-fat-chocolate-dessert-recipes If you've stuck to your New Year's resolutions and are feeling better than ever, why blow it all on one dessert on Feb. 14? This Valentine's Day, have your cake and still stay svelte by enjoying one of these low-fat chocolate desserts! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983713/3-easy-low-fat-chocolate-dessert-recipes Food & Recipes Healthy Recipes & Nutrition Low Fat Recipes Claire Gallam Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[5 Gifts under $20 for the chocolate lover]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983083/5-gifts-under-20-for-the-chocolate-lover Having chocolate-loving friends doesn’t have to be expensive! These deliciously sweet gifts won't break the bank, but will definitely impress those chocolate aficionados. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983083/5-gifts-under-20-for-the-chocolate-lover Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Holiday & Seasonal Recipes Chris Perrin Fri, 01 Feb 2013 03:22:00 -0800 <![CDATA[The top 5 reasons to eat chocolate on Valentine's Day]]> http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/983031/top-reasons-to-eat-chocolate-on-valentines-day Valentine’s Day is a day of love, but it is also a time for chocolate. Feeling guilty? You shouldn’t. Chocolate is experiencing a medical renaissance of late. Over the past several years, numerous medical studies have demonstrated that people who ate chocolate regularly experienced health benefits. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/983031/top-reasons-to-eat-chocolate-on-valentines-day Health & Wellness Women's Health Wellness Dustin James, MD Tue, 01 Jan 2013 15:15:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Exploding white chocolate candy]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/980553/exploding-white-chocolate-candy-recipe Impress your guests at any dinner party with this recipe for exploding white chocolate. It's such a showstopper, your friends will never know it was this easy! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/980553/exploding-white-chocolate-candy-recipe Food & Recipes Dessert Recipes Heather Barnett Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:30:00 -0800 <![CDATA[The ultimate gift guide for chocolate lovers]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/977793/the-ultimate-gift-guide-for-chocolate-lovers Fine chocolates to pair with wine, coffee and tea, and other sweet-tooth goodies that will make you swoon top our list of gourmet gifts for chocolate lovers. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/977793/the-ultimate-gift-guide-for-chocolate-lovers Food & Recipes Dessert Recipes Michele Borboa, MS Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:45:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Frozen “hot” chocolate ice cubes]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/978401/frozen-hot-chocolate-ice-cubes Ice made from water is so 2011! Sweeten up your ice cubes with this recipe for frozen “hot” chocolate ice cubes to put in milk, iced coffee and more. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/978401/frozen-hot-chocolate-ice-cubes Food & Recipes Dessert Recipes Heather Barnett Sat, 01 Dec 2012 01:50:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Chocolate raisin truffles]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/977925/chocolate-raisin-truffles These easy truffles are filled with all the goodness of rum-soaked raisins and covered in caramelized walnuts! What better way to start off the holiday season! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/977925/chocolate-raisin-truffles Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Holiday & Seasonal Recipes Jana Erwin Thu, 29 Nov 2012 14:30:00 -0800 <![CDATA[In a pickle: How to salvage overheated chocolate]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/977613/in-a-pickle-how-to-salvage-overheated-chocolate Overheated chocolate is thick, lumpy and definitely not ideal for baking . Next time this happens, don’t throw it out. Surprisingly, overheated chocolate can be salvaged. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/977613/in-a-pickle-how-to-salvage-overheated-chocolate Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Sarah Brooks Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:52:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Homemade Hostess Ding Dong recipe]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/977413/homemade-hostess-ding-dong-recipe With Hostess officially closing their doors, the days of being able to run to the store to buy a box of Ding Dongs is sadly behind us. In fact, boxes of Ding Dongs are going for more than $20 on eBay, which is five times the amount they should cost! Forget spending an arm and a leg on your favorite snack cake and make it yourself with this delicious recipe! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/977413/homemade-hostess-ding-dong-recipe Food & Recipes Dessert Recipes Baking Claire Gallam Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Throw a chocolate themed party]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/841121/throw-a-chocolate-themed-party If you’re throwing a party, it can be difficult to find a theme that will please everyone. A chocolate-themed party is guaranteed to delight even the toughest crowd. And the best part is, it’s easier than pie! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/841121/throw-a-chocolate-themed-party Food & Recipes Entertaining Heather Barnett Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Tips for pairing chocolates and wine]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/841117/tips-for-pairing-chocolates-and-wine Chocolate comes in many varieties much like wine. Many people can't imagine pairing chocolate with a fine wine, but the complexity and differences of both can make for an exciting, flavorful match. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/841117/tips-for-pairing-chocolates-and-wine Food & Recipes Entertaining Heather Barnett Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[5 Dark chocolate after-dinner drinks]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/841115/5-dark-chocolate-after-dinner-drinks Do you want a little dessert after a good meal but don't know if you can eat another bite? Dark chocolate is full of intense flavor and sweetness in small amounts. Try one of these five dark chocolate after-dinner drinks to satiate your sweet-tooth... no fork required! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/841115/5-dark-chocolate-after-dinner-drinks Food & Recipes Entertaining Heather Barnett