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National Chocolate Covered Anything Day

Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Anything Day with your favorite treats - from strawberries to almonds, there's something for everyone!

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December 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEDecember 16

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYChocolate

INTRO

Introduction

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Calling all chocoholics: National Chocolate Covered Anything Day is here on December 16th! This unique holiday was created to celebrate the joy of combining two delicious treats - chocolate and whatever else your heart desires. Whether you prefer fruit, nuts, pretzels or even marshmallows covered in creamy milk chocolate or decadent dark chocolate, this is the day for you. So grab a spoon and get ready to indulge!

TIMELINE

National Chocolate Covered Anything Day Timeline

First Chocolate Bar Created

Joseph Fry and his son, confectioners in England, create the first molded chocolate bar suitable for widespread consumption.

Commercial Dipping Chocolates

During this decade, commercial production of dipping chocolates was introduced, a game-changer for chocolate-covered treats.

Invention of Chocolate-Covered Potato Chips

The midwest-based company, George Widman & Co., is credited with the invention of chocolate-covered potato chips.

Rise of Artisan Chocolatiers

The last decades of the 20th century saw a rise in artisan chocolatiers who experimented with innovative chocolate-covered creations.

Establishment of the Holiday

In the mid-1990s the fun holiday, National Chocolate Covered Anything Day, was established and soon embraced by chocolate lovers worldwide.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Chocolate Covered Anything Day

Bake your own chocolate covered treats

Get creative and try out a new recipe for chocolate covered treats, like cookies, pretzels, or marshmallows. Put your own spin on it, like adding coconut flakes or sprinkles to your recipe.

VISIT

Visit a local chocolate shop

Take a trip to your local chocolatier and sample their amazing selection of chocolate covered treats! You may even find some unique flavors you've never seen before.

HOST

Host a chocolate fondue party

Gather your friends for an evening of fun and deliciousness - enjoy dipping strawberries, bananas, apples, marshmallows and other treats into a warm vat of melted chocolate!

MAKE

Make a trail mix

Create your own trail mix with nuts, dried fruit, cereal, and of course - plenty of chocolate covered items! Get creative and make up your own combination.

GIVE

Give away chocolate covered gifts

Surprise friends and family with thoughtful gifts like chocolate covered apples or pretzels. It's sure to bring some sweet smiles to their faces!

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Chocolate Covered Anything Day

Chocolate makes everything better

Let’s face it: nothing can beat adding a little bit of chocolate to your favorite recipes and dishes. From cookies to brownies, cakes to muffins - or just about anything else - covering your treats in a layer of melted chocolate is guaranteed to send them over the top with deliciousness!

Chocolate is Sweet & Delicious

There's nothing quite like the flavor of chocolate. Whether you prefer creamy milk chocolate or dark and intense, it's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth! And when you pair it with your favorite treats - like fruit, nuts, and candy bars - the possibilities are endless.

Chocolate is a Great Gift

When it comes to giving gifts, few things can match up with the charm and decadence of a box of chocolates. Whether it's for your partner, family member, or friend, you can never go wrong with a thoughtful gift of handmade chocolates!