{"product_id":"dark-chocolate-nonpareils","title":"Dark Chocolate Nonpareils","description":"\u003cp\u003eDark Chocolate nonpareils are a centuries-old confection. These premium dark chocolate discs are coated in crunchy white sprinkles on one side. Enjoy them as a treat to satiate your chocolate desire, or use them as a decoration for elegant cakes, charming gingerbread houses, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-what-are-nonpareils-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are Nonpareils?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, \"nonpareils\" referred exclusively to tiny round sprinkles made from sugar and starch. In French, the term \u003cem\u003enonpareils\u003c\/em\u003e means \"without equal\" and it was named as such because the candy was believed to be better than the rest. Today, the term nonpareils come in a variety of flavors (such as dark or white chocolate) and several unique colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-history-of-nonpareils-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory of Nonpareils\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first known use of nonpareils was in the 18th century when an American wedding cake was decorated with the confection. By the 19th century, colored nonpareils became popular throughout the U.S. The original nonpareils eventually sparked the rise of sprinkles, which are characterized as being oblong and soft, as opposed to round and brittle like nonpareils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNonpareils Around the World:\u003c\/strong\u003e In Australia and New Zealand, the tiny nonpareil sprinkles are commonly eaten atop buttered bread as a treat known as fairy bread. This is a popular treat served at children's birthday parties. They are also commonly used on \"patty cakes,\" a.k.a. cupcakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-6-ways-to-enjoy-chocolate-nonpareils-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Ways to Enjoy Chocolate Nonpareils\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1) Chocolaty Trail Mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whip up a standard trail mix of your favorite nuts, and dried fruit, but substitute the chocolate chips for these dark chocolate nonpareils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2) Nonpareil Cookies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press a nonpareil into the top of freshly baked cookies, immediately upon removing them from the oven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3) Cake Decorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bake and frost a cake of your choice. Beginning at the base of the cake, gently press these nonpareils into the sides of the cake. Continue working around the cake, and repeat with additional layers until you reach the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4) Holiday Decorations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with a foam cone, and hot-glue dark chocolate nonpareils around it to achieve a wintry look. The cone can be displayed in a decorative pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5) Gingerbread House:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorate a snowy gingerbread house with these nonpareil discs. They can be used to complete a roof, or even as a walkway leading up to a front door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6) As a \"Just Because\" Treat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Although they're hard to find in stores, you can always buy nonpareils from Nuts.com. Enjoy them straight from the bag when your next chocolate craving hits!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-how-many-dark-chocolate-nonpareils-are-in-a-one-pound-bag-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many dark chocolate nonpareils are in a one pound bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are approximately \u003cstrong\u003e110 dark chocolate nonpareils\u003c\/strong\u003e in a one pound bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"allergen-information\"\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMay Contain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milk, Soy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuts.com","offers":[{"title":"13oz bag","offer_id":67342615937046,"sku":"5001-013R","price":11.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25lb case","offer_id":67342615969814,"sku":"5001-25","price":319.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7oz bag","offer_id":67342616002582,"sku":"5001-007R","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30oz bag","offer_id":67342616035350,"sku":"5001-030R","price":25.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/8545\/0774\/files\/5001_Dark_20Chocolate_20-7H4QsZi0-zoom.jpg?v=1770789606","url":"https:\/\/nuts.com\/products\/dark-chocolate-nonpareils","provider":"Nuts.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}