Chocolate Diya Recipe (Trending Diwali Dessert)

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Chocolate Diya Recipe: Remember the Diwali of our childhood? The smell of fresh paint, the rustle of new clothes, and the warm, flickering glow of a hundred little diyas.

This year, let’s add a new, delicious smell to the mix: the smell of melting chocolate.

Forget the complicated recipes for a minute. Let’s talk about a kitchen adventure that’s less about perfection and more about sticky fingers, happy giggles, and creating edible works of art. Let’s make Chocolate Diyas.

Required Ingredients

Good quality dark or milk chocolate
Edible bowl-shaped bases (like pastry shells, cookie cups, or hollowed orange peels)
Candy wicks or edible birthday cake candles
Edible glitter, sprinkles, or chopped nuts (like pistachios or almonds) for decoration

Step By Step Directions

Step 1: Melt the Chocolate – Put chocolate chips in a dry, heatproof bowl. Place the bowl over a pot with lightly simmering water (make sure the bowl doesn’t touch the water). Stir slowly until the chocolate melts smoothly. Turn off the heat.

Step 2: Set Up the Diyas – Arrange your edible bowls like cookie cups or pastry shells on a tray or plate.

*Prepare Your Diyas Step (Image – Canva)*

Step 3: Fill with Chocolate – Spoon the melted chocolate into each bowl, filling them about three-fourths full. Lightly tap the tray to remove any air bubbles and smooth the surface.

Step 4: Make the Wick Spot – Before the chocolate hardens, gently press a candy wick or the tip of a candle into the center to make a small hole. Hold for a few seconds, then remove it.

Step 5: Chill and Set – Place the tray in the refrigerator for about an hour, until the chocolate becomes firm and solid.

Step 6: Decorate & Enjoy – Insert candy wicks or candles into the holes. Add a sprinkle of edible glitter or chopped nuts for decoration. Your sweet chocolate diyas are now ready to brighten your celebration!

*Decorate Chocolate Diyas Step (Image – Canva)*

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrition Facts	Per Serving	% Daily Value *
Servings Per Recipe	8
Calories	120
Total Fat	7 g	9%
Saturated Fat	4 g	20%
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%
Sodium	10 mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate	15 g	5%
Dietary Fiber	1 g	4%
Total Sugars	10 g
Protein	2 g	4%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0%
Calcium	20 mg	2%
Iron	1 mg	6%
Potassium	100 mg	2%

“Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrient information given above is an estimate and may different based on specific ingredients used. “

Final Thought

This Diwali, or any celebration, let there be more than just light. Let there be a moment of shared joy and a sweet, delicious surprise. These Chocolate Diyas are more than a dessert; they’re a little piece of magic you create with your own hands. Happy lighting, and happy eating!

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FAQ’S (Frequently Asked Questions)

Can I use white chocolate instead?

Absolutely! White chocolate works just as well. Just be extra careful when melting it, as it can be more sensitive to heat.

My chocolate became thick and clumpy. What went wrong?

This happens if even a tiny drop of water gets into the chocolate while melting. Always ensure all your bowls and spoons are completely dry.

Can I make these diyas without any edible bowls?

Yes! You can create your own bowls using melted white chocolate. Simply brush melted chocolate inside the cavities of a mini muffin tin, chill until hard, and pop them out.

Ravi Sharma

Diwali Chocolate Diya

A sweet, edible version of the traditional oil lamp, made from chocolate, brings delicious light to the Diwali celebration.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 2

Cool Time 1

Total Time 1 22

Servings: 8 DIyas

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Indian

Calories: 120

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

1 cup 175g good quality dark or milk chocolate chips or a chopped chocolate bar
6-8 small edible bowl-shaped items like:
Store-bought: Small pastry tart shells edible cookie cups, or even clean, hollowed-out orange peels for a fresh twist.
Homemade: You can make simple bowls from melted white chocolate see note below.

For Decoration

6-8 small candy wicks or edible birthday cake candles
Silver or gold edible glitter sprinkles, or chopped nuts (like pistachios or almonds)

Method

Step 1: Melt the Chocolate Gently

Place the chocolate chips in a dry, heatproof bowl. Set this bowl over a pot of gently simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water. Stir slowly until the chocolate is completely smooth and melted. Turn off the heat.

Step 2: Prepare Your "Diyas"

Arrange your chosen edible bowls (pastry shells, cookie cups, etc.) on a plate or tray.

Step 3: Fill with Chocolate

Carefully spoon the melted chocolate into each bowl, filling them about three-quarters full. Gently tap the tray on the counter to settle the chocolate and remove any air bubbles.

Step 4: Create the Wick Hole

Before the chocolate sets, take a candy wick or the tip of your candle and gently press it into the center of the chocolate-filled bowl. Hold it for a few seconds, then carefully remove it. This leaves a perfect, clean hole for the wick later.

Step 5: Let Them Set

Place the entire tray in the refrigerator for about 1 hour, or until the chocolate is completely firm and solid to the touch.

Step 6: Decorate and Light Up!

Once set, insert your candy wicks or candles into the pre-made holes. Sprinkle with edible glitter or chopped nuts for a festive look. Your beautiful, edible Chocolate Diyas are ready to light up!

Notes

For a Healthier Twist: Use dark chocolate with a high cocoa percentage (70% or more) and fill small, hollowed-out strawberry or orange peel cups. The fruit adds a wonderful, fresh flavor and extra nutrients. Remember, the wick must be removed before eating if you’re using a non-edible candle. Always supervise children when the diyas are lit.