Chocolate bark is a delectable confection made with melted chocolate, nuts, and dried fruits. It's a versatile treat that can be customized to suit your taste preferences, making it a perfect gift or addition to dessert tables. This article offers a collection of chocolate bark recipes that cater to various dietary needs and flavor profiles. From classic dark chocolate bark with mixed nuts and dried berries to vegan and gluten-free options, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions to create delicious and visually appealing chocolate treats. Get ready to indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of chocolate bark, enhanced by the crunch of nuts and the sweetness of dried fruits.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHOCOLATE BARK WITH MIXED NUTS AND DRIED CHERRIES
Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.
Categories dessert
Time 55m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt chocolate over double boiler until smooth and velvety. Spread evenly onto a half sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- Top with pistachios, almonds and cherries. Cool for about 40 minutes. Break into pieces and serve.
CHUNKY CHOCOLATE FRUIT-AND-NUT BARK
Do you remember Chunky bars, those little squares of chocolate wrapped in foil with a ton of fruit and nuts? These are the homemade version, and they make a great gift for the holidays. From Baking Chez Moi: From My Paris Home to Your Home Anywhere. © 2014 by Dorie Greenspan, published by Rux Martin/Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. All rights reserved.
Provided by Dorie Greenspan
Categories dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Set a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, making sure the bowl doesn't touch the water. Roughly chop chocolate and place in the bowl to melt, stirring frequently, keeping the heat very low. Chop toasted nuts; using scissors, cut dried fruit into small pieces. Finely chop candied ginger and/or orange peel. Place fruit and nuts into a large mixing bowl.
- Once chocolate is melted and smooth, take it off the heat and stir fruit and nuts into the chocolate. Gently stir to combine so the fruit and nuts are all combined with the chocolate. Line a pan with parchment paper that's been sprayed with a little oil. Sprinkle cocoa powder over parchment and then add the chocolate mixture. Spread it out in an even layer. Dust with more cocoa powder and place another piece of parchment paper on top. Let it cool down and set in the refrigerator, 1 hour.
- When chocolate is set, run a knife around the edge to remove from the pan. Break or cut into pieces to make chunky chocolates.
CHOCOLATE BARK
Use this to make our Orange-Walnut Buche de Noel.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes enough to cover 1 twelve-inch log
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. Place chocolate in a small heat-proof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, and stir until melted. Remove bowl from heat; let chocolate cool, stirring occasionally, until it registers 88 degrees on a candy thermometer. Pour onto prepared baking sheet, and spread evenly with an offset spatula. Refrigerate until firm but still pliable, 8 to 10 minutes. Tear into jagged pieces, no larger than 1 1/2 inches each. Refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes. Use immediately.
WINTER DRIED FRUIT AND NUT CHOCOLATE BARK
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Chocolate Ginger Nut Dessert Christmas Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Dried Fruit Fall Winter Low Cholesterol Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Soy Free Kosher Diabetes-Friendly
Yield Makes about 1 pound
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line small baking sheet with foil. Melt chocolate chips in medium bowl over saucepan of simmering water, stirring until melted and smooth. Pour melted chocolate onto foil, spreading with offset spatula to thickness of scant 1/4 inch. Scatter nuts and dried fruit over chocolate. Sprinkle with ginger. Sprinkle with fleur de sel. Chill until chocolate is firm, about 30 minutes. Peel off foil. Cut chocolate into irregular pieces. Serve bark slightly chilled.
FRUIT AND NUT DARK CHOCOLATE BARK
This lightly sweetened dark chocolate bark is loaded with dried fruit and nuts. Feel free to use whatever dried fruits and nuts you have on hand to avoid an extra trip to the store.Recipe courtesy of Jessica Segarra/Imperial Sugar.
Categories Desserts
Time 2h9m59S
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cover a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a medium-sized bowl, melt chocolate and sugar in a microwave-safe bowl for one minute.
- Stir and then microwave in 15-second increments, stirring after each one, until chocolate is smooth and there are no lumps.
- Spread chocolate evenly over center area of baking sheet using a rubber spatula. Chocolate should be about 1/4-inch thick.
- Sprinkle nuts, coconut flakes, and dried fruit evenly over chocolate.
- Lastly, sprinkle flaked sea salt on top.
- Allow chocolate to cool at room temperature, until completely hardened, about 2 hours.
- Once chocolate is hard, use your hands to break it into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 213 calories, Sugar 9 g, Fat 15 g, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0.9 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 88 mg
FRUIT AND NUT CHOCOLATE BARK
Recipe inspired by The View from Great Island
Provided by Mary Younkin
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Place the dark chocolate chips in a microwave safe glass bowl or measuring cup. Heat for 1 minute, at 50% power, stir and heat an additional 30 seconds, stir again until smooth. Pour the chocolate across the lined baking sheet and spread it out with a spatula.
- Wipe the bowl clean and repeat the melting process with the white chocolate chips. Pour the white chocolate over the dark and use the end of a spoon or a spatula to swirl the two chocolates together. Sprinkle with the chopped fruits and nuts. Let the chocolate harden at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Cut the bark into pieces once it has set. Store at cool room temperature or in the refrigerator. Enjoy!
SALTED FRUIT 'N' NUT BARK
This super-simple slab of swirled dark and white chocolate is studded with chopped mixed nuts and dried fruit - break into chunky shards and pop in a homemade hamper as an edible gift
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Snack, Treat
Time 15m
Yield Makes 1 slab
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt the dark and white chocolate in separate bowls suspended over pans of gently simmering water, stirring every now and then. Meanwhile, line a large baking tray with baking parchment. Leave the chocolate to cool for 10 mins.
- Pour the dark chocolate onto the tray and spread it into a rectangle, roughly 20 x 25cm. Drizzle over the white chocolate and create a swirled pattern by dragging a cocktail stick back and forth across the chocolate. Scatter over the nuts, fruit and sea salt, then leave somewhere cool to set.
- Break into shards or leave whole, wrap in cellophane or pack into a box, then tie up with ribbon. Will keep for 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein
CHOCOLATE BARK WITH MIXED NUTS AND DRIED BERRIES
Make and share this Chocolate Bark With Mixed Nuts and Dried Berries recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Wilson716
Categories Candy
Time 10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt chocolate over double boiler until smooth and velvety. Spread evenly onto a half sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- Top with pistachios, almonds and cherries. Cool for about 40 minutes. Break into pieces and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 850.4, Fat 85, SaturatedFat 44.2, Sodium 90.3, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 25.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 23.8
CHOCOLATE BARK FILLED WITH PINE NUTS AND DRIED CHERRIES
I had leftover melted chocolate, cherries, toffee bits and pine nuts. So walla it became this yummy candy to go on the christmas cookie trays!
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Candy
Time 12m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line a 9x13 sheet pan with silicone pad or parchment paper.
- Melt chocolate chips in micro add butter stir till melted.
- Stir in remaining ingredients.
- Spread in prepared pan.
- You can place parchment paper on top then top with an other pan to flaten and distribute evenly.
- Chill till hardened.
- Break into pieces and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.9, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 0.8, Sodium 6.7, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 2.5
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly affect the taste of your bark. Look for chocolate that is at least 70% cacao.
- Temper your chocolate: Tempering chocolate is a process of heating and cooling it in a specific way. This helps to stabilize the chocolate and make it less likely to bloom (develop a white or gray film on the surface).
- Use a variety of toppings: The possibilities are endless when it comes to toppings for chocolate bark. Some popular options include nuts, dried fruit, seeds, and candy.
- Be creative: Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavor combinations. You can also use different colors of chocolate to create a festive look.
- Store your chocolate bark properly: Chocolate bark should be stored in a cool, dry place. It can be kept at room temperature for up to a week, or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Conclusion:
Chocolate bark is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little creativity, you can create a delicious and beautiful chocolate bark that everyone will love.
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