Apricot Gelt

Directions

1. 1
   Using a heavy mallet, flatten apricots to 1/4 inch thick; set aside.
2. 2
   Microwave chocolate in a glass bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring vigorously with a rubber spatula and scraping down sides in between, until just melted (chocolate should be no warmer than 86 degrees F).
3. 3
   Dip each apricot in chocolate, coating evenly.
4. 4
   Transfer to wire racks set over parchment paper; let stand until set.
5. 5
   Transfer apricots to baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
6. 6
   Refrigerate until firm, at least 25 minutes.
7. 7
   Wrap in foil wrappers.
8. 8
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9. 9
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