Chocolate Fig Mice is really cute and little spooky healthy treat for kids during this Halloween. 
October is here and it is the month of Halloween, and yes my kids are excited for their Halloween party. In our neighborhood we have a Halloween party planned for kids mainly pumpkin carving, games, costumes, trick treat on 29th on Saturday and then there will be trick treat on Halloween day that is on 31st October. So they get two chances to wear their costumes. My kids are so much into Halloween that I have started making treats for them since the last few years. This year I decide to try chocolate fig mice which I saw in Food network magazine last year.
Last year I couldn’t find make it as I was not able find good sized figs in store. This year I was able to find it so decide to give it a try. Do you know we even planted a fig tree in our backyard, not sure when it will bloom and get me figs to make this treats. Chocolate fig mice are really cute and healthy snack or dessert idea if you planning a Halloween party at home.
I don’t like to make cakes as my kids only want to eat the frosting then when it comes to cake, and they are already sugar loaded, and so not much room to eat any more. In case of cookies my kids only loves chocolate chips cookies. With picky eaters, I try to make easy treat which they love to eat, chocolate is their weakness. These are easy treat; you need semi sweet chocolate chips, Figs, sliced almond, orange sprinkles and black licorice laces.
Only difficulty part of this recipe is the gathering of all the ingredients and little time to prepare ahead on the day. Since I have to tend to the possibility of chocolate being burnt if I am melting it without adding any fat, I decide to use some coconut oil. I think it is a safe idea to get a smooth chocolate. I made only 6 pieces so you can increase the volume of chocolate and fig if you need more. If you are planning to make it for party, make it on the day before, that way you will be ready on time.
My chocolate mice shape depends upon the figs shape. So try to use perfect fruit. Are you ready to make a cute little treat for your kids and family then here is recipe.
Chocolate Fig Mice
Ingredients
- 6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 6 fresh black Mission figs
- 6 3 - inch pieces black licorice laces
- 12 sliced almonds
- 12 orange sprinkles
Instructions
- Put the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring, until melted. Let cool slightly.
- Dip the figs in the melted chocolate,
- turning to cover completely;
- lift out with a fork and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Use the remaining melted chocolate to attach a licorice piece to the rounded end of each fig for the tail.
- While the chocolate is still soft, stick 2 sliced almonds on the pointy end of each fig for ears, then add 2 orange sprinkles for eyes. Refrigerate until serving, at least 20 minutes.
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This is Swathi ( Dr. Ambujom Saraswathy Ph.D) from Zesty South Indian Kitchen who loves to explore cuisines from all over the world. Whenever possible I try to to give an Indian touch to several of the world cuisine, and has weakness for freshly baked bread. All the recipes you see here are created by me and approved after taste-test by my family.
Allyssa says
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! Will surely have this again! It's really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!
Suja Manoj says
awwwwww super cute love it Swathi Aunty (amma dont like mice) By:Tejas
Swathi says
Thank you Tejas Monu
mjskitchen says
Goody goody!!! Swathi is doing her Halloween thing! This is SO cute and I bet they taste DElicious!
Swathi says
Thanks Mj just for fun I made it .
Hadia says
How creative, Swathi!! These are the cutest. Pinning and tweeting!
Rani Vijoo says
cute and perfect chocolate treat Swathi
Seena Koshy says
haha, it's really awsome Swathi to look at your chocolate fig mice.. Brilliant ideas executed in the pictures!! Keep going..
maha says
such a cute looking figs..nice presentation..
Edyta/Innocent Delight says
Such a great idea and they look amazing! Thanks for sharing.
michele says
You did such a great job! I had seen this before but forgot about it! Im going to make this next weekend! Thanks for sharing
Swathi says
Give it try you will like it
Cindy Gordon says
THESE are SUPER cute! My boys will go crazy over these! I can't wait to make them!
Swathi says
Kids love it cindy
Kushi says
This is so cute 🙂 Great share Swathi!
Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine says
These are so cute-- I have a Healthy Halloween pinterest board, and am adding these!
Swathi says
Thanks Michelle
Manju | Cooking Curries says
Those look so super cute and adorable. Im sure the kids will love them!!
Swathi says
Yes they are kid friendly Manju