Chocolate-Covered Potato Chips

Grab some chocolate and a bag of potato chips to create the ultimate treat!

I could never understand the hype about chocolate-covered potato chips. Give me my potato chips so I can enjoy the salty flavor. Then, let me savor some ultra-delicious dark chocolate for a sweet finish. I remember my pregnancy cravings years ago when I would go back and forth between salty and sweet—but “never the two shall meet” was my motto. Until that fateful day a few years ago, when someone convinced me to try these chips. A new addiction was created.

Now, I’m not a huge fan of sea salt on sweet desserts. I love caramel, but not salted caramel. However, since these chips are already salty, there’s something quite natural about adding that extra sprinkling of salt. It’s almost like sandwiching the chocolate between layers of saltiness. I will say that if I do that, I still need something 100% sweet to complete the cycle. My tongue needs that final bit of sweetness to end the meal or snack.

The funny truth in all this is that I’ve enjoyed chocolate-drizzled popcorn for decades. I don’t know why I viewed popcorn differently from potato chips. After all, they’re both salty snacks. Not to mention chocolate-covered peanuts, almonds, and pretzels. I can only describe it as a mental block with potato chips that I couldn’t get past. Maybe it was that one last holdout. All I know is that now, if I see potato chips dipped in chocolate, I’m going to fill my plate.

I use my fingers—clean, of course—to hold the chips. Working with forks feels strange to me, but I have friends who use that method all the time. I also recommend wearing kitchen gloves to reduce the temptation to lick one’s fingers while dipping. While it takes only a few minutes to prepare this delectably salty, yet sweet treat, you need to plan ahead as the chips need a couple of hours to set and for the chocolate to harden.

Chocolate Covered Potato Chips ingredients shot from above

Take your chips to the next level!

Once you make chocolate-covered potato chips, don’t be surprised if your imagination goes into overdrive, as mine did. Why stop at dark chocolate when semi-sweet, milk, and white chocolate are just as good? Or dip half in one type and half in another. Of course, you can dip the potato chips in milk chocolate, then drizzle them with white and dark chocolate or caramel for a stunning appearance. Go even further by melting peanut butter or butterscotch chips, dipping the potato chips in that, then in chocolate. Heavenly good!

Now, let’s talk about toppings. Sure, you can add sea salt if you like, but how about some cooked chopped bacon or chopped nuts? Or go sweet with your favorite sprinkles. You could even sprinkle on shredded coconut, chopped candy bars, or crushed, colorful cereal bits. Does this sound over-the-top to you? Good! When making treats like this, decadence is the name of the game!

How do I store leftovers?

Once the chocolate sets, store these chocolate-covered potato chips at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 1 week to maintain crispness. Storing the chips before they set can lead to soggy chips.

Chocolate Covered Potato Chips on a tray shot from above

Serving suggestions

Chocolate-covered potato chips are perfect for any game-day watch party. Have plenty on hand, as they will go quickly. For a winning spread, start with savory treats like Crack Chicken Dip with Gluten-Free Crackers or Black Bean Dip with Air-Fryer Tortilla Chips. Don’t forget the Onion Dip and fresh veggies. Add some Spicy Deviled Eggs, Cajun Wings, and Cocktail Meatballs.

For some sweet treats, consider Lemon Shortbread Cookies, Buckeye Brownies, and Almond Flour Sugar Cookies. Since there are always people looking for fresh nibbles, consider a platter of assorted fruit and either this Fruit Dip Recipe or Peanut Butter Dip.