Zipn Steam Chocolate Apples Recipes

CHOCOLATE DIPPED APPLES

Steps:

• Insert wooden craft sticks or lollipop sticks into the cores of the apples at the stem. Place the roasted peanuts and candies on separate plates. Set aside.
• Place the chocolate into a metal or glass bowl and set over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir frequently until melted. Remove from the heat. Dip apples into the melted chocolate, turning to coat completely. Dip or roll in candy or nuts, then place on a sheet of waxed paper. Repeat with remaining apples. Allow apples to set at room temperature until the chocolate is firm, about 20 minutes, before serving.

CHOCOLATE APPLES

Steps:

• Put the chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of just simmering water, being careful that the bowl doesn't touch the water. Stir frequently for 10 mins until completely melted, smooth and shiny. Remove from the heat. Alternatively, heat the chocolate in short bursts in the microwave, stirring between each burst, until melted.
• Put the apples in a heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water from the kettle. Drain carefully, and wash under hot water to remove any residual wax on the skin. This helps the chocolate stick better. Pat dry with kitchen paper, remove the stalks and push a lolly stick or skewer in its place.
• Line a baking tray or large board with baking parchment. Hold the apples by their sticks and dunk into the melted chocolate. Use a spoon to coat the tops of the apples if you like. Once the apples are completely coated, hold over the bowl for a few seconds for excess chocolate to drip back into it, then place, stick pointing up, onto the prepared tray. Leave to set for a minute or two.
• Tip the decorations into separate bowls. When the chocolate on the apples is just starting to set but not fully firm, sprinkle the decorations onto the apples. Hold them on their side and rotate using the stick to completely cover. Place back on the tray and leave until completely set.
• If using the white and dark chocolate to decorate, heat each separately, as you did the milk chocolate in step 1, then leave to cool slightly. Melt the dark chocolate first, then when the chocolate apples are set hard, use a teaspoon to drizzle this over them, again holding the stick so the apple is on its side and rotating the apple. Have a sheet of baking parchment underneath to catch any drips. Place back on the tray and leave to set, then repeat the process using the white chocolate. Will keep in an airtight container in a cool place for two days.

ZIP'N STEAM CHOCOLATE APPLES

Steps:

• combine all ingredients in bag and seal. shake to mix ingredients together.
• cook on full power in microwave for 2-3 minutes or until apples have softened.
• allow bag to stand for 1 minute. gently shake and squeeze bag to combine the warm chocolate and warm cream to smooth sauce.
• open bag and allow to cool slightly before serving.
• drizzle with additional melted chocolate if desired.

APPLE, DRIED CHERRY AND WALNUT COMPOTE (ZIPLOCK ZIP AND STEAM)

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in Medium or Large Ziploc® Brand Zip 'n Steam™ Bag.
• Seal bag and shake gently to combine ingredients. Pat ingredients into single layer. Place bag in microwave.
• Microwave on full power for 6 minutes or until apples are fork-tender.
• Allow bag to stand for 1 minute before handling. Carefully open bag and serve.
• Serve over vanilla frozen yogurt or angel food cake if desired.

ITALIAN ZEST CHICKEN (ZIP AND STEAM)

Steps:

• Stir first three ingredients well and allow mixture to thicken for 1 minute.
• Spread rub evenly onto chicken breast halves.
• Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning blend onto chicken.
• Place prepared chicken breasts in Ziploc® Brand Zip 'n Steam™ Medium or Large bag. Seal bag and place in microwave.
• Cook on full power for 4 - 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through, with no trace of pink. If needed, continue microwaving at 30-second intervals until chicken is done.
• Allow bag to stand 1 minute before handling. Carefully open bag and serve.