Chocolate Smiles

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the sugar, cinnamon stick, and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
3. 3
   Reduce the heat to low and add the clementine slices.
4. 4
   Poach until the clementines are bloated and shiny, about 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Cool completely in the syrup, then carefully remove the clementine slices and drain on a wire rack.
6. 6
   Melt the chocolate according to the package's directions in a small bowl.
7. 7
   Using a spoon, dip the curved bottom of each clementine slice into the chocolate.
8. 8
   Set on a wax-paper lined pan.
9. 9
   Refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.