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Chanukah Gelt

Cultural Context

Chanukah Gelt, traditionally given to children during the Jewish festival of lights, symbolizes the importance of education and charity. These chocolate coins are often used in games like dreidel, adding a fun element to the celebration. Today, Chanukah Gelt has gained popularity beyond Jewish communities, often enjoyed as festive treats during the holiday season.

JewishUSother
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
dark chocolate
milk chocolate
gold foil wrappers
silver foil wrappers
cocoa powder
sugar
vanilla extract
salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate with stevia

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Stevia reduces sugar content while maintaining sweetness.

gold foil wrappers

💰Cheaper: colored paper

Colored paper is a cost-effective alternative for wrapping.

milk chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate chips

Chocolate chips are often less expensive and can be used in place of bars.

1

Melt chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.

2

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

3

Pour melted chocolate into coin-shaped molds.

4

Chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 30 minutes.

5

Remove chocolate coins from molds carefully.

6

Wrap each coin in edible gold luster dust.

Cooking Techniques

meltingchillingwrapping

Equipment Needed

heatproof bowlmoldsrefrigeratorspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Hanukkah GeltChocolate Coins

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