Chocolate Dreidels: A Sweet, Spinning Chanukah Treat 

Add a little whimsy, sweetness, and fun to your Chanukah celebration with DIY chocolate dreidels! These cheerful, chocolate dreidels — which really do spin — are creative, interactive, and delicious all at once.

Whether you’re hosting a big party or a cozy night in, chocolate dreidels bring a festive twist to your holiday table.

Why Chocolate Dreidels Are a Great Chanukah Activity & Treat

• Interactive & fun — Kids and adults alike love the process of melting, molding, decorating, and finally spinning or eating their creation.

• Customizable — Use different types of chocolate, add sprinkles, color, or praline paste for a richer flavor.

• Perfect for gathering — Great for a family activity, a party dessert table, or a holiday dessert-making session together.

• Festive and thematic — Dreidels are iconic for Chanukah, so a chocolate version is a playful nod to tradition while still being creative and modern.

What You’ll Need

• Melted chocolate (dark, milk, or white — all work)

• Optional: praline paste, for extra richness

• Assorted sprinkles or candy decorations

• Lollipop sticks (cut down to about 3 inches)

• Pyramid-shaped chocolate molds (or dreidel-shaped molds if you prefer)