That's a good way to describe these. But they're not sweet milk chocolate nerds. They're rich and dark. From the moment you open the bag, there's a heavy dark chocolatey, almost coffee-esque aroma that hits you. And they taste like that, too.
Sonia likes their crunchiness and is eager to try them in baked goods. She thinks they'd make a great additive to pancakes or muffins. I totally agree. They'd also make an excellent ice cream topping. I think they'd be perfect for making plain vanilla a little more exciting, but you chocoholics might want to try the whole chocolate on chocolate thing.
They're also good just straight out of the bag—maybe for a nice little shot of caffeine and sugar to top off your lunch. Resealable bag, $1.99. Many of you know I'm not really a dark chocolate guy, but I'll easily muster three and a half stars for this little novelty. Sonia will throw out four this time.
Bottom line: 7.5 out of 10.
These would be ideal in cookies. Swap out chocolate chips.
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DeleteGood idea! I've been buying these at Whole Foods and putting them onto ignite chocolate in smores for a crunch!
DeleteI bought some TJ's Dark Chocolate Nutty Bits at lunch today. Little. Bites. of. Heaven! "sweet crunchy nuts, smooth dark (60%) chocolate and hint of fleur de sel" Don't buy it if you lack self control. I seriously regret opening this bag.
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DeleteI used to buy these regularly at the TJs checkout in 1 ounce increments (I just pulled out one of the cute little tins I saved because, er, crafts) for about the same price - so this pleases me greatly. (The product is slightly different from what was in the tins but essentially seems to match up well.)
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