Orange Snowman

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 large oranges (about 1 pound)
• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 2 pretzel rods
• Mini chocolate chips or candy melts for the eyes and mouth

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Preparation Time:

1 hour

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut the oranges in half and use a spoon to remove the flesh.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the orange halves cut-side down.
3. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the white chocolate chips until smooth.
4. Pour the melted white chocolate into the orange halves and smooth it out.
5. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 30 minutes, or until the white chocolate is set.
6. In a different small saucepan, melt the semisweet chocolate chips until smooth.
7. Remove the orange halves from the freezer and dip the tops into the melted semisweet chocolate.
8. Sprinkle the chopped nuts and dried cranberries on top of the semisweet chocolate.
9. Place the pretzel rods on the tops of the orange halves to resemble arms.
10. Use mini chocolate chips or candy melts to create eyes and a mouth on each orange half.
11. Place the orange snowmen back in the freezer for another 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely set.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 200
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Fun and festive dessert perfect for the holidays.
• Sweet and tart flavors from the oranges and chocolate.
• Easy to make ahead of time and store in the freezer.

User Comments:

• "These orange snowmen are so cute! And they're so easy to make."
• "The combination of the sweet oranges and the rich chocolate is perfect."
• "These snowmen are a hit with kids and adults alike."
• "I made these for a Christmas party and they were a big hit."
• "These are a great way to use up leftover oranges."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to completely set the chocolate before eating to prevent a melted mess.
• If you don't have pretzel rods, you can use toothpicks to create arms for the snowmen.
• If you don't have mini chocolate chips or candy melts, you can use raisins or chopped nuts to create the eyes and mouth.
• These orange snowmen can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.