Where To Find the Best Chocolate-Dipped Treats In Your State
Where To Find the Best Chocolate-Dipped Treats In Your State
When you look at the differences between the 50 unique states that make up the U.S., it can be tough to see what binds them together. The answer, in this case, is chocolate. These sweet shops prove that a generous coating of melted chocolate, whether milk, dark or white, can take almost anything edible to another level.
Some are big, some are small, some are located miles away from land in the middle of the Pacific Ocean—but they all have one thing in common: taking delicious, region-defining treats and covering them in chocolate.
Alabama - Bananas
The chocolate-dipped bananas from Fairhope Chocolate are apeeling, to say the least.
Alaska - Maraschino Cherries
Sweet Chalet's preserved, sweetened cherries dipped in delicious chocolate.
Arizona - Medjool Dates
Clear your calendar — you'll want to devote plenty of time to the dipped dates from Sphinx Date Co.
Arkansas - Sunflower Seeds
The colorful chocolate-covered sunflower seeds from Ozark Nuts will make your taste buds bloom.
California - Ice Cream Sandwiches
IT'S-IT Ice Cream has made a name for itself across the country, thanks to it's epic ice cream sandwich selection. The classic that made the company famous in the first place is vanilla ice cream between oatmeal cookies, then dipped in dark chocolate.
Colorado - Oreos
At Durango-based Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, sweet tooths can get their favorite sandwich cookie, covered in a layer of "Mile High" milk chocolate.
Connecticut - Shortbreads
Bridgewater Chocolate is all about smothering these classic shortbread cookies in delicious chocolate.
Delaware - Pretzel Rods
Everyone knows that salty-sweet combinations are the best when it comes to dessert. Sweet Serenity Chocolates dips salty pretzel sticks in creamy chocolate — dark, milk and white.
Florida - Key Lime Pie
The key to living your sweetest life is eating thick slices of key lime pie dipped in decadent dark chocolate, from the Key West Key Lime Pie Co.
Georgia - Pecans
You'd be nuts not to try these chocolate-covered pecans from South Georgia Pecan Co.
Hawaii - Macadamia Nuts
Say aloha to Mauna Loa's signature Hawaiian treats that are best enjoyed on the beach.
Idaho - Idaho Spud Bars
Idaho doesn't mess around when it comes to potatoes, but even in this state, they're not really acceptable as dessert. That is, unless you're talking about an Idaho Spud Bar — a marshmallow treat covered in dark chocolate and sprinkled with coconut.
Illinois - Popcorn
For a limited time, Chicago's famed Garrett Popcorn Shop offers a Hot Cocoa CaramelCrisp Mix, with kernels covered in Belgian milk and dark chocolate.
Indiana - Fortune Cookies
Anyone who gets to enjoy one of these chocolate dipped and drizzled fortune cookies from Fancy Fortune Cookies will feel incredibly lucky.
Iowa - Bacon
These chocolate-covered strips of bacon or "Muddy Pigs" from Chocolate Storybook in Des Moines are "sow delicious."
Kansas - Marzipan
The marvelous mixture of ground almonds and sugar meets glorious gourmet chocolate at Kansas City confectionary, Andres.
Kentucky - Potato Chips
Old Kentucky Chocolates makes classic treats like booze-infused bourbon balls, but you can't eat just one of these sweet, salty, crunchy, and chocolate-covered potato chips.
Louisiana - Macarons
New Orleans knows how to make a classic, French macaron, but Sucré will do you one better by dunking the delicate sweets in dark chocolate. Make sure to try the Bananas Foster flavor.
Maine - Blueberries
These chocolate-covered blueberries from Wilbur's are the Maine reason why its one of the sweetest states in the country.
Maryland - Salt Water Taffy
A legendary seaside sweet paired with chocolate makes for an ocean of flavor, and Dolle's delivers.
Massachusetts - Cranberries
The delicious result of dried cranberries from local bogs swimming in a river of chocolate = Bog Beans.
Michigan - Cherries
Missing out on these chocolate-covered cherries from Michigan's Cherry Republic would be the absolute pits.
Minnesota - Spoons
Don't get your hopes up: you can't eat the spoon—but you can dip these hot chocolate spoons from Droolin' Moose in a cup of hot milk and watch as it transforms into the perfect winter beverage.
Mississippi - Marshmallow
Mississippi may be the "Magnolia State," but handmade marshmallow covered in chocolate is a lot more appetizing, especially when it comes from Nandy's Candy in Jackson.
Missourri - Malt Balls
These chocolate-covered malt balls from Askinosie Chocolate will make you melt.
Montana - Peppermint Caramels
The caramels at Martinson's are infused with Montana-grown and processed peppermint oil before being dipped (twice!) in chocolate. It's a "'Treasure State' pleasure."
Nebraska - Black Licorice
Black licorice may be a bit of an acquired taste, but everyone can agree that it's at its best tasting when covered in chocolate. Try these from The Cordial Cherry in Omaha.
Nevada - Strawberries
When it comes to covering things in chocolate, strawberries isn't much of a gamble, but that doesn't mean you won't be thinking "JACKPOT!" when you take your first bite of these gorgeous creations from Rose's Dipped Delights.
New Hampshire - Twinkies
Hostess' classic, golden sponge cake with cream filling gets dipped in pure chocolatey goodness at Granite State Candy Shoppe.
New Jersey - Pork Roll
Oh yeah, they went there. Trenton pork roll is cooked, cured, and covered in chocolate. A true Jersey delicacy, made possible thanks to Van Holten's Chocolate.
New Mexico - Apricots
If you like apricots, you're going to love these. If you don't like apricots, you're going to love these. Trust us, The Chocolate Lady knows what she's doing.
New York - Cannoli
Ferrara Italian Bakery has been a New York City staple since 1892. The only way to make their iconic cannoli better, is to dunk the airy shells in Belgian chocolate, before filling them with ricotta cream.
North Carolina - Cashew-covered Apples
The cashew-covered apple of every chocolate lover's eye, made by Miss Debbie's Specialty Apples.
North Dakota - Potato Chips
These aren't just chocolate-covered potato chips, these are "Chippers" from Widman's Candy Company, made with potatoes grown in the Red River Valley.
Ohio - Buckeyes
"The Buckeye State" has its sights set on this peanut butter–filled indulgence from Dietsch Brothers.
Oklahoma - Apples
After eating one of these chocolate-covered apples, your only regret will be not having tried one sooner. Apple Tree Chocolate in Norman is the place to go.
Oregon - Hazelnuts
"Beaver State"-grown hazelnuts double dipped for the benefit of your taste buds, courtesy of Pride of Oregon.
Pennsylvania - Onions
This bizarre combination certainly has layers to it — just ask Philly confectionary, Mueller Chocolate Co.
Rhode Island - Almond Butter Toffee
Just when you think it doesn't get any better than handcrafted almond butter Anchor Toffee, they cover it in chocolate.
South Carolina - Cheesecake-filled Strawberries
A sweet treat filled with a sweet treat, covered in a sweet treat? That's some next-level dessert-ing by Bruges Chocolaterie.
South Dakota - Calamity Pattys
Chubby Chipmunk makes its own "Deadwood Toffee," then tops it with layer after layer of gourmet chocolate.
Tennessee - Goo Goo Clusters
Nashville is known for the Goo Goo Cluster, an old-school candy bar consisting of milk chocolate coating, caramel, peanuts and a marshmallow nougat center.
Texas - Pecans
Everything's bigger in Texas, even the chocolate-covered pecans from Durham Ellis Pecan Company.
Utah - Cinnamon Bears
You'll want to get your paws on these undeniably Utah treats from Sweets Candy Company: Spicy, cinnamon gummy bears hibernating in sweet chocolate.
Vermont - Maple Walnut Creams
Syrup is practically the cash crop of Vermont, and these maple and walnut creams, encased in milk chocolate, deliver that iconic flavor, courtesy of The Vermont Country Store.
Virginia - Peanuts
The Virginia Peanut Company sells salty, Virginia peanuts swaddled in sweet, creamy chocolate by the can, and you'll be eating them by the handful.
Washington - Espresso Beans
It's no surprise that the home state of Starbucks knows how to cover an espresso bean in chocolate. Emily's Chocolates in Western Washington does it right.
West Virgina - Cherries
This gourmet treat from Tibbenham Chocolates in "The Mountain State" goes above and beyond in the taste department — and the recipe is top secret.
Wisconsin - Cheesecake
No state knows dairy like Wisconsin, and no treat displays that better than these chocolate-covered cheesecake bites from Dairyland Bakery.
Wyoming - Cashews
These cashew clusters from Donell's Chocolate are a 'shew-in for top chocolate-covered treats in the land.
Regional pride has never tasted so sweet.