Cocoa Blocks

Indulge your chocolate cravings with these decadent Cocoa Blocks—a versatile treat that’s perfect for sipping or snacking! Crafted with rich dark chocolate, creamy sweetened condensed milk, and a touch of unsweetened cocoa powder, these blocks deliver a velvety, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Infused with pure vanilla extract and a hint of salt to balance the sweetness, the mixture is poured into a pan, set until firm, and cut into bite-sized squares. Beyond their delicious simplicity, these Cocoa Blocks double as instant hot chocolate makers—just stir one into a cup of hot milk for a creamy and luxurious drink. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short list of pantry staples, this recipe offers both convenience and indulgence. Perfect for gifting, cozy nights in, or holiday celebrations, Cocoa Blocks are a deliciously versatile treat every chocolate lover will adore!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 400 grams dark chocolate
• 200 grams sweetened condensed milk
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 120 milliliters heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the edges overhang for easy removal later.

Step 2

Break the dark chocolate into small chunks and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low, stirring continuously, until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened. This should take about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and add the dark chocolate chunks, stirring constantly until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is shiny and smooth.

Step 5

Stir in vanilla extract and salt to enhance the flavor. Mix well until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Let the cocoa block mixture cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator to set for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best results).

Step 8

Once set, remove the block from the pan using the parchment paper overhang, and place it on a cutting board.

Step 9

Use a sharp knife to cut the block into 12 evenly sized squares.

Step 10

To make hot chocolate, stir one cocoa block into a cup of hot milk until fully dissolved. Alternatively, enjoy the blocks as bite-sized chocolate treats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(742.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3280.2

Total Fat 186.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 216.2mg	0%
Sodium 954.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 359.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.1g	0%
Total Sugars 306.7g
Protein 47.3g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 841.4mg	0%
Iron 49.5mg	0%
Potassium 3812.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.8%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 43.5%