Costco is a place that I can only be allowed in on occasion- I am known to come home with crates of clementines or avocados that can’t be eaten by two people, or some type of interesting looking freezer item that won’t actually fit in our tiny freezer.
One of the best investments I have made at Costco is the giant bag of in-shell pistachio nuts, for snacking and several recipes. We keep a constant supply of these pistachios on the coffee table in our apartment, in a quart sized mason jar (way better for you than a candy bowl- I can’t be trusted with something like that). They are meaty and perfectly salty when the need to snack hits me. Noah and I are known for leaving a pile of shared shells next to my laptop while watching Netflix in the living room.
Nuts are an important part of every diet, and I find pistachios to be an addicting snack (as long as I don’t get a stubborn shell!).
This pairing of snack flavors, while seemingly indulgent with the chocolate and coconut, savory with the pistachio meat, and tropical flavor, isΒ a snack when you need some energy in the afternoon and want to satisfy your sweet tooth.
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cored pineapple, sliced into half moon shapes
- ¼ cup coconut chips
- Salt to taste
- Put semi-sweet chocolate chips in a bowl in the microwave until half melted, about 20 seconds, and then take them out and stir until completely melted.
- Cut cored pineapple into half moon shapes and pat them dry on paper towels.
- Dip pineapple partially in the warm chocolate.
- Let them set on parchment paper in the fridge for 2 hours until completely firm.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- Bake coconut flakes for 6 minutes on a baking sheet.
- They should be toasted after 6 minutes but watch them closely to avoid burning them.
- Let them cool completely and sprinkle with salt if you'd like.
Let’s get crackin. They’re addicting.
Marisa
Carly @ Snack Therapy says
You know how I feel about a good snack plate, and this one is making me giddy. I have a slight obsession with pistachios, so this is right up my alley.
Marisa says
I am so happy to see that you approve of this snack plate. Come help me out with the chocolate covered pineapple I have in my fridge! Deadly delicious.
Serena says
Love the sweet, salty, CHOCOLATE combo! Hey did you get the dried pineapple at Costco too? (: I can’t be trusted there either, esp. in the dried fruit aisle!
Marisa says
Thanks, Serena! I used fresh pineapple (which is why it takes the chocolate a long time to set), but dried pineapple rings would also be perfect and a much quicker dip-in-chocolate to serving time! I can’t buy those anymore for the same reason, they are soo addictive π
Autism United says
Very nice snack idea.
We love pistachios in our house too, and the same, they are on the coffee table in place of candies. But I didn’t know we could eat so many and still be low in calories, thanks for sharing that bit of info. More pistachios for us π
Marisa says
I was also surprised to learn how low calorie they are – more reason to start a small pile of the discarded shells as it totally helps me feel satisfied looking at the pistachios I have conquered! Haha. Thank you for stopping by and commenting!
sandra says
I love the tropical flavors here – so refreshing on a snowy winter’s day – make me think of palm trees and warm waves.
Marisa says
That’s what I was going for, Sandra! Glad you felt some warm tropical thoughts during this cold season. Sometimes I just wish for summer to come a bit quicker!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
A mini tropical vacation for my mouth! Love it!
Marisa says
Exactly! We all deserve a vacation, Cindy!
Jessie says
What an awesome combination of flavors on one plate. GENIUS. I’ve never had chocolate covered pineapple, but it sure does look good.
Marisa says
You need to get on the chocolate dipped fresh pineapple- but I am sure dried pineapple would also be top notch. So delish!
Jessi says
Sigh, costco used to be so much easier before I lived alone. Now when I go I feel ridiculous grabbing the massive bag of lettuce or even the 5 giant avocados. Miss your face <3!
Marisa says
I know – I feel ridiculous too which is why we go so rarely. This time stuck with our staples: a box of tofu, almond milk, spinach, frozen veggie burgers, and olive oil. It is so easy to get carried away!
Sarah Grace says
You had my heart at chocolate and coconut. But pineapple too?! Ahh this is an incredible pairing π
xoxo Sarah Grace, Fresh Fit N Healthy.
Marisa says
Thanks, Sarah Grace! I love all of these flavors together and I’m glad you do too!
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean says
chocolate dipped pineapple for the win!!
Marisa says
Thanks Lindsay! So good!
Becca says
Oh dear lord. You are perfect. I want this!!!
Marisa says
Haha I knew you would be on board with this combo, Becca. Get in on these nuts, coconut, and pineapple! The chocolate isn’t really optional π
Nicole @ FruitnFitness says
This snack plate looks amazing! chocolate, pineapple and pistachios are some of my all time favorite foods. Combining them is brilliant.
Marisa says
Thanks Nicole! Hope you get some of your favorite on a snack plate soon π