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chocolate covered potato chips recipe
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Chocolate Covered Potato Chips

A delicious and addictive sweet and salty snack made with crispy potato chips covered in rich chocolate. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or just satisfying those cravings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bag 8 oz ridged potato chips (Ruffles recommended)
  • 2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet preferred
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening or coconut oil
  • Optional toppings: crushed nuts sea salt, sprinkles, crushed candy, etc.

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Prep Your Workspace: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Sort Your Chips: Choose whole, unbroken chips.
  3. Melt the Chocolate: Microwave chocolate chips and shortening/oil in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  4. Dip Chips: Dip chips halfway into the melted chocolate and tap off excess.
  5. Add Toppings: Sprinkle toppings onto the wet chocolate.
  6. Let Them Set: Place chips on the parchment paper and let them set for 1 hour or chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Drizzle (Optional): Drizzle contrasting melted chocolate over the set chips.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or 1 week in the fridge. Can be revived by warming in the oven.