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Category: Snacks

This sweet treat layers white, milk, and dark chocolates in a mold. Caramel and raspberry fillings add fruity flavor and fun texture. Each layer gets chilled so it stays smooth and separate. Hazelnuts and strawberries on top add a nice crunch and fresh taste. It’s a simple, elegant dessert box that’s all about easy melting and careful layering to wow your guests.

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Dana
Recipe Created By Dana
Last updated on Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:47:57 GMT
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A box filled with tasty chocolates and sweets. | chefsnaps.com

This dreamy chocolate box for Valentine’s day mixes dark, milk, and white chocolates with silky raspberry and caramel centers. It’s a sweet surprise that hits the chocolate spot and makes a lovely gift or a treat just for you.

Crunchy hazelnuts and fresh strawberries add a fun texture twist to every bite. Nicely wrapped in a pretty box, it’s ready to wow as a gift or special treat. I found this while hunting for a standout homemade Valentine's gift. The layers look great and taste even better.

What You’ll Need

  • Milk chocolate: 200 grams gives smoothness and sweetness to the middle layer. Pick bars that feel soft and fresh.
  • White chocolate: 200 grams creates a sweet finish that’s gentle on the palate. Use pure white bars with no extras for best melting and taste.
  • Dark chocolate: 200 grams forms the rich, slightly bitter shell at the bottom. Use quality with at least 60% cocoa for deep flavor.
  • Caramel filling: 100 grams adds a buttery sweet boost that mixes well with the chocolate.
  • Raspberry filling: 100 grams brings zesty, fruity brightness to cut the chocolate’s richness. Fresh or good preserves work great.
  • Strawberries: 100 grams provide color and freshness. Choose firm and fragrant berries.
  • Hazelnuts: 50 grams add crunch and a nutty aroma. Freshly toasted works best.
  • Decorative box: a nice sized container to hold and show off your finished chocolates.

Step-By-Step Directions

Create The Dark Chocolate Base
Warm the dark chocolate slowly over simmering water, stirring until smooth and shiny. Pour it into your mold, tipping it so all sides are coated evenly. This makes the bottom shell for your chocolates.
Cool To Firm Up
Put the mold in the fridge for about 10 minutes until the dark chocolate is set solid. This helps the next layers stay tidy and separate.
Drop In Raspberry Filling
Spoon the raspberry filling right into the hard dark chocolate center, leaving some space at the edges so the layers stick well later.
Add The Milk Chocolate Layer
Heat the milk chocolate like before. Pour gently over the raspberry center, smoothing out an even top. Chill it again till firm.
Make The White Chocolate And Caramel Top
Melt the white chocolate and pour over the milk chocolate. Either dollop or swirl the caramel filling on top to get a pretty marbled look. Chill completely till it’s all firm.
Finish With Toppings
Sprinkle crushed hazelnuts and chopped strawberries over the white chocolate for a crunchy, colorful touch. Chill until fully firm, then carefully unmold the chocolates. Pop them into your decorative box for a lovely presentation.
A box of chocolates with various types of chocolates and fruit.
A box of chocolates with various types of chocolates and fruit. | chefsnaps.com

You’ll need a bit of patience but the payoff is stunning chocolates that impress everyone. I enjoy trying different fillings like raspberry and caramel since they mix up the flavors in a fun way. One time I gave these out and folks said they looked almost too nice to eat.

Keep It Fresh Tips

Put your chocolate box somewhere cool and dry out of the sun to keep it shiny and tasty. Only refrigerate if it’s really warm around you but take chocolates out to warm up a bit before eating so they taste their best.

Swap-Out Suggestions

Try passion fruit or cherry instead of raspberry for different fruity twists. Switch hazelnuts for toasted almonds or pistachios to add your own spin. Use flavored chocolates like mint or orange if you want to mix it up.

Tasty Pairing Ideas

Enjoy this chocolate box with bold red wine or a strong espresso. The coffee or wine’s bitterness works great with the sweet layers. Fresh berries on the side match the fruity filling and refresh the taste buds.

A box of chocolates with strawberries and nuts.
A box of chocolates with strawberries and nuts. | chefsnaps.com

Think of this chocolate box like an edible art piece where flavors, textures, and colors come together to show care and love. Every bite reveals layers made with lots of heart.

Frequently Asked Cooking Questions

→ How do I melt chocolate without burning it?

Try a double boiler setup and keep stirring the chocolate slowly for a smooth, shiny melt.

→ How can I keep fillings from mixing with the chocolate layers?

Let each chocolate layer chill till it’s fully firm before adding fillings so the layers stay separate.

→ Can I swap hazelnuts for other nuts?

Sure, almonds or pecans work great and switch up the flavor and texture nicely.

→ Why do I need to chill the chocolate after pouring it?

Chilling makes the chocolate firm fast, keeping the shape and layers clear without mixing in the fillings.

→ What does layering different chocolates do to the final box?

Mixing dark, milk, and white chocolates brings a tasty balance and makes the box look great too.

Chocolate Box Ideas

Build chocolate boxes stacked with caramel and raspberry, topped with nuts and berries.

Preparation Duration
25 minutes
Time to Cook
10 minutes
Overall Time
35 minutes
Recipe Created By: Dana

Type of Recipe: Snacks

Cooking Skill Level: For Moderate Skills

Cuisine Style: Dessert

Serving Amount: 1 Number of Servings (1 chocolate box)

Dietary Options: Great for Vegetarians, Free From Gluten

Ingredients You'll Need

→ Fillings

01 100 g caramel filling
02 100 g raspberry jam

→ Assembly

03 1 fancy chocolate box mold

→ Toppings

04 50 g crushed hazelnuts
05 100 g chopped strawberries

→ Chocolates

06 200 g white chocolate
07 200 g milk chocolate
08 200 g dark chocolate

Detailed Preparation Steps

Step 01

Let the chocolate box harden fully, then take it out of the mold and put it in the fancy box.

Step 02

Scatter chopped strawberries and crushed hazelnuts on top for a nice crunch and look.

Step 03

Melt white chocolate, pour it on, then add the caramel filling for layers and chill until firm.

Step 04

After melting, pour milk chocolate on the raspberry filling, smooth it out, and pop it in the fridge till set.

Step 05

Carefully spoon raspberry filling into the center of the cold dark chocolate shell, keeping the edges neat.

Step 06

Put the mold in the fridge for about 10 minutes or till the chocolate is solid.

Step 07

Pour melted dark chocolate into the mold and tilt it so the sides get covered evenly.

Step 08

Using a double boiler, slowly melt dark chocolate while stirring till it gets shiny and smooth.

Helpful Tips

  1. A heatproof spatula helps scrape melted chocolate for an even coat; chilling between layers makes sure it sets right.

Essential Kitchen Tools

  • Heatproof bowls
  • Double boiler
  • Chocolate box mold
  • Spatula
  • Fridge

Allergy Information

Always check labels for allergens and reach out to a healthcare expert if unsure.
  • Has nuts and dairy

Nutrition Information (Per Portion)

Nutrition facts are provided for reference and don’t replace professional medical advice.
  • Calories: 240
  • Fat Content: ~
  • Carbohydrate Amount: ~
  • Protein Content: ~