Chocolate Cream Drops

Valentine’s Day is all about chocolate! At least for me, that is my favorite thing to indulge in during this sweet holiday. So I created these Chocolate Cream Drops for an easy Valentine's Day candy that you can make in no time. These Chocolate Cream Drops are decadent but incredibly light, I know you will love them!

If you are looking for more candy recipes make sure to check out Homemade Twix Bars, Healthy Almond Joy Bars, Homemade Marshmallows Without Eggs, Homemade Crunch Bars, Homemade Chocolate Marshmallows Without Eggs, or Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups.

plate of chocolate cream drops on a white marble counter.

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Recipe Name: Chocolate Cream Drops
Ready In: 40 minutes
Makes: 15 candies
Main Ingredients: salted butter, Dutch cocoa, dark chocolate, powdered sugar
Flavor Profile: rich, creamy chocolate in every bite
Dietary Info: gluten free, eggless, no seed oils
Difficulty: Easy!
Why You’ll Love It: rich chocolate buttercream candy

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

Easy Homemade Candy: I love this simple homemade chocolate candy recipe; it is so good! These Chocolate Cream Drops are like chocolate buttercream candies, but instead of rolling them into balls, I use a piping bag and pipe out little dollops. The inside is also way more creamy and light than traditional chocolate buttercream candies, making them a decadent chocolate dessert!
5 Ingredients: These Chocolate Cream Drops only have 5 simple ingredients! No corn syrup, no artificial flavors, no egg white, and no hydrogenated palm kernel oil like the store-bought varieties can have. Don't purchase this nostalgic candy, make it instead!
No Bake Dessert: This is a simple homemade chocolate candy that is a no bake dessert with minimal ingredients and effort, just like Homemade Cherry Marshmallows.
Light & Creamy: These Chocolate Cream Drops are in credibly light! Delaney says they remind him of chocolate mousse that is dipped in dark chocolate. So, while they are incredibly indulgent they won't leave you feeling like you ate too much. That is part of what I love about them, as one is the perfect end to a meal. They are so rich and chocolatey that it satisfies my chocolate craving and I don't need anything else. Give them a try, I hope you like them as much as we do!

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Ingredients
Baker’s Tips for Chocolate Cream Drops
How to Make Chocolate Cream Drops
Recipe FAQ’s
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Chocolate Cream Drops
The Bake Shop

I grew up eating buttercream candies from Fannie May during the holidays. So, if you are a fan of gourmet chocolate buttercream candies, you'll love this recipe. They are incredibly easy to make at home, giving you a gourmet chocolate experience in the comfort of your own kitchen with pronounceable ingredients!

This recipe has become so popular, that I have created Strawberry Cream Drops too! If you are looking for more candy shop recipes made better with organic ingredients, try some of my other copycat recipes like Peanut Turtle Candy, Pink Peppermint Ice, Mint Meltaways, and Caramel Lollipops.

Ingredients

Butter: I use Organic Valley Salted Butter. Be sure your butter is soft for this recipe.
Cocoa Powder: I use organic Dutch cocoa powder as it has the best flavor (in my opinion). Natural cocoa powder will also work though.
Heavy Whipping Cream: If you don't have cream, milk also works, but cream gives it a richer flavor.
Dark Chocolate: I use organic mini dark chocolate chips for ease. If you want to use a dark chocolate bar, just chop into small pieces. If using another type of chocolate chips, just ensure there are no stabilizers as that will hinder the melting. Those ingredients include sunflower lecithin or soy lecithin.

*For a full list of ingredients and measurements, visit the recipe card below.

Baker's Tips for Chocolate Cream Drops

Use a digital food scale for the best results.
You can melt chocolate in the microwave doing 30 second intervals, (this is necessary to stir between each one to prevent chocolate from burning!). Or you can also use a double boiler, either works.
If you don't have a piping bag or decorating tip, a zip bag also works well. And, if you don't have one of those, spoon out chocolate drops and then freeze for 15 minutes and they should be hardened enough to roll into a smooth ball with your hands.
Make sure to store these in the fridge because of the cream and because we're not tempering chocolate here. I never temper the chocolate if a candy needs to be refrigerated as I feel it's a waste of time.

How to Make Chocolate Cream Drops

ingredients for chocolate cream drops in a glass mixing bowl on a white marble counter.

To make the filling: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, melted chocolate, and heavy whipping cream.

chocolate cream drop filling in a glass mixing bowl on a white marble counter.

Mix on low and then increase speed to high and mix for 1 to 3 minutes or until light and fluffy. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl, and mix again to incorporate completely.

chocolate cream drop filling in a piping bag on a baking sheet.

Transfer to a piping bag with Ateco tip #808.

chocolate cream drops on a baking sheet on a white marble counter.

Pipe 15 dollops onto the prepared baking sheet. Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer for 30 minutes, or until the dollops are hardened completely.

melted chocolate in a glass mixing bowl with a spatula on a white marble counter.

To make the coating: Melt the chocolate in a microwave safe bowl in 30 second intervals, stirring between each one, until completely melted. (Or alternatively, using a double boiler over the stovetop).

Remove the dollops from the freezer. Drop one dollop into the melted chocolate and remove using a fork like a spoon so the excess chocolate can drip below, and place back on the parchment paper. Repeat with all the dollops. Place back in the freezer to set, about 10 minutes.

chocolate cream drops on a baking sheet on a white marble counter with one cut in half.

Recipe FAQ's

Can I use milk instead of cream?

Yes, you can use any kind of milk in place of heavy whipping cream if you prefer. I’ve also made these with Vanilla Bean Almond Milk and Coconut Milk. All are delicious, but heavy whipping cream will make them the creamiest!

Why is my chocolate filling too soft or not fluffy?

If you used too much cream, then the the filling can be too soft or not as fluffy. You can add a little more powdered sugar or Dutch cocoa powder to thicken it up.

How do you know when the filling is whipped enough?

When it's light, fluffy and smooth then it's whipped enough.

Can I add mint flavor to these?

Absolutely! If you want to make a mint chocolate filling, just add ½ teaspoon organic peppermint extract to the filling when mixing, they are so good with the addition of mint!

Do I need a piping bag to make cream drops?

It helps, but you don't need one. You can use a zipbag and cut a hole off the corner. You can also spoon dollops of the filling onto the parchment paper as well.

Why do you freeze the filling before dipping?

You need to freeze the filling before dipping so it hardens. The filling is a buttercream, and butter can melt, especially when dipped in warm, melted chocolate. This is why freezing helps hold their shape and keep the texture right while they get dipped in chocolate.

How do you melt chocolate without burning it?

Melt in a microwave-safe bowl, I like to use glass and do 30-second intervals. Be sure to stir between each interval before microwaving again. Stirring between each one will help evenly heat the chocolate. This will ensure it doesn't burn.

Why did my chocolate seize or get thick?

Chocolate can seize if the smallest amount of moisture gets into it. So, ensure that your bowl and spatula are both free of water and completely dry.

Can I cover these in another type of chocolate?

Yes, you can coat them in milk chocolate or even white chocolate if you prefer.

How do you dip candies in chocolate smoothly?

I like to use a fork, like a spoon, to dip the candies in the melted chocolate. This allows excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl and ensure you don't end up with a pool of chocolate beneath the candy.

Do chocolate cream drops need to be refrigerated?

Yes, because they are made with heavy cream, they need to be stored in the refrigerator. I like to keep them in an airtight container in the fridge.

How long do chocolate cream drops last?

They will last in the fridge for about a week. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.

chocolate cream drops on a piece of white parchment paper on a marble counter with one cut in half.

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