Decadent Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Delights

1. Melt Cacao Butter and Unsweetened Chocolate

Start by gently melting the cacao butter and chopped unsweetened chocolate together. Place a heatproof bowl over a pan of barely simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water. This method, called a double boiler, helps prevent the chocolate from burning and ensures it melts smoothly. Stir occasionally until the mixture is completely liquid and uniform.

2. Combine Sweetener and Cocoa Powder

Once the cacao butter and chocolate have melted, sift in the powdered erythritol sweetener and cocoa powder. Stir the mixture until it is smooth and well combined. The sifting helps to avoid clumps, giving you a silky texture in your chocolate.

3. Add Vanilla Extract

Remove the bowl from the heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract. This little touch of vanilla enhances the depth of the chocolate flavor.

4. Pour and Chill

Pour the chocolate mixture into your chosen mold or an 8-inch square pan lined with parchment paper. The mold will give you beautifully shaped chocolates, while the pan allows for easy cutting later. Refrigerate the chocolate for about an hour, or until it is firm to the touch.

5. Cut and Serve

Once the chocolate has set, chop it into pieces if you used a pan. Your decadent, sugar-free dark chocolate delights are now ready to enjoy.