Huge Chocolate Kiss

This Huge Chocolate Kiss is a large-scale take on the familiar Hershey’s Kiss candy. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any occasion when a small “kiss” just won’t do. Make sure you purchase good-quality chocolate for this one: since the kiss is solid chocolate, it pays to buy the best.

You can use any size funnel you have on hand, but bear in mind that the quantity of chocolate you need might change.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 pound milk or dark chocolate, finely chopped
• 1 large funnel

Preparation:

1. Prepare a large measuring cup or wide-mouthed vase by stuffing it with loosely crinkled aluminum foil.

2. Wrap a piece of foil around the bottom of the funnel’s opening and keep it in place with a rubber band or with tape. Securely place the funnel in the measuring cup, adding more crumpled foil at the sides to keep it from moving, if necessary.

3. Temper the chocolate. Pour it slowly into the funnel until it almost reaches the top.

4. Allow the chocolate to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until completely set (at least 5 hours, or overnight).

5. Once set, remove from refrigerator and unmold by rapping the bottom of the funnel on the counter top. The chocolate should pop right out.

6. Wrap the kiss in a square of foil, twisting at the top. Include a note on a paper “flag” if desired.