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National Chocolate Covered Raisins Day

Food · March 24

Chocolate covered raisins get their own day: dried grapes in a chocolate shell, a candy counter and movie theater classic worth a closer look.

National Chocolate Covered Raisins Day falls on Wednesday, March 24, 2027. That is 148 days away.

A chocolate covered raisin is exactly what it sounds like. A raisin, which is a dried grape, gets tumbled in melted chocolate until it wears a smooth, even coat. The result is small, round and a little lumpy, and it tends to disappear by the handful.

The pairing works because the two parts behave so differently. Chocolate melts and goes soft on the tongue, while the raisin stays chewy and brings a tart, fruity sweetness. Milk chocolate is the familiar version, but dark chocolate gives a deeper, slightly bitter edge that some people prefer with the fruit.

They are a fixture of movie theater concession stands, where they come in a box that rattles in a dark room more than anyone would like. They also show up in bulk bins, trail mixes and the candy dish at a grandparent's house.

Making them at home is simpler than it looks. Melt chocolate gently, stir in raisins, then spoon small clusters or single pieces onto parchment and let them set in a cool spot. Golden raisins work too and look pretty against dark chocolate.

Stored in a sealed container away from heat, they keep well, though chocolate can develop a pale, dusty film called bloom when temperatures swing. It looks odd but is still fine to eat.

Ways to celebrate

• Try a side by side taste of milk and dark chocolate covered raisins.
• Make a small batch at home with melted chocolate and raisins.
• Share a box during a movie night at home.
• Mix them into homemade trail mix with nuts and pretzels.
• Look for them in a local bulk bin and buy a scoop.

Dates

All national days on March 24

Also on March 24

• National Cocktail Day
• National Cheesesteak Day

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