Best 8 Jewel Bark Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures with Jewel Bark, a culinary masterpiece that blends the vibrancy of dried fruits, nuts, and seeds with the richness of melted chocolate. This delectable treat, often associated with the festive season, is a versatile confection that can be customized to suit your preferences. Embark on a delightful journey through three variations of Jewel Bark: the Classic Jewel Bark, a timeless favorite adorned with an array of colorful dried fruits and nuts; the Tropical Jewel Bark, a tropical twist featuring exotic fruits like pineapple and mango; and the Nutty Jewel Bark, a nutty extravaganza loaded with an assortment of roasted nuts and seeds. Each recipe promises a unique taste experience, making Jewel Bark the perfect addition to your holiday gatherings, gift-giving occasions, or simply as a delightful snack to savor.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

HOLIDAY JEWEL BARK



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Fruity, nutty and ridiculously easy to make, this tart and sweet chocolate bark makes a perfect holiday gift.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Festive Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, broken into pieces
1/2 cup dried cranberries, divided
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped, divided
1/2 cup PLANTERS Mixed Nuts, chopped, divided

Steps:

  • Microwave chocolate in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min. or until chocolate is melted, stirring after each minute. Add half each of the cranberries, apricots and nuts; mix well.
  • Spread onto waxed paper-covered baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining fruit and nuts. Refrigerate until firm.
  • Break into pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 30 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 18 g, Protein 3 g

WHITE CHOCOLATE BARK



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Ina Garten loves to make chocolate bark for the holidays as a quick and colorful candy. Temper the chocolate in a microwave as a foolproof and easy solution.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 16 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup whole shelled salted pistachios
16 ounces good white chocolate, finely chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup medium-diced dried apricots

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Using a pencil, draw an 8-by-10-inch rectangle on a piece of parchment paper. Turn the parchment paper over so the pencil mark doesn't get onto the chocolate and place it on a sheet pan.
  • Place the pistachios in one layer on another sheet pan and bake for 8 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Place three quarters of the white chocolate in a heat-proof glass bowl and put it in the microwave on high for 30 seconds. (Time it with your watch for accuracy.) Stir the chocolate with a rubber spatula, return it to the microwave for another 30 seconds, then stir again. Continue to heat and stir in 30-second intervals until the chocolate is just melted. Immediately stir in the remaining chocolate and allow it to sit at room temperature, stirring often, until it's completely smooth. (If you need to heat it a little more, place it in the microwave for another 15 seconds.)
  • Pour the melted chocolate onto the parchment paper and spread it lightly to fill the drawn rectangle. Sprinkle the top evenly with the cooled pistachios, the cranberries, and apricots. Press the nuts and fruit lightly so they will set in the chocolate. Set aside for at least 2 hours until firm or refrigerate for 20 minutes. Cut or break the bark in 16 pieces and serve at room temperature.

JEWELED CHOCOLATE BARK CRUNCH



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Roughly bashed salted pretzels and toasted hazelnuts are stirred into melted chocolate, then decorated with crushed freeze-dried red strawberries and green pistachios for extra color and flavor to complete this delicious, sweet treat.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

7 ounces 60 or 70% dark chocolate, broken into pieces
2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 ounces sea salted pretzels, bashed, plus a handful of sea salted pretzels, snapped
2 ounces toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons shelled pistachios, chopped
2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberries, chopped

Steps:

  • Throw the chocolate and coconut oil into a heat-resistant bowl and set over a pan of simmering water. Let them melt, about 3 minutes. Give them a stir, then add the bashed sea salted pretzels and 1.5 ounces of the chopped toasted hazelnuts and give it another stir.
  • Pour the chocolatey goodness onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread the mixture out as thin as possible, scatter over the snapped pretzels, pistachios, freeze-dried strawberries and remaining 0.5 ounce hazelnuts.
  • Then all you have to do is chill it in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  • Chop the bark into shards and serve on a platter.

JELLYBEAN BARK



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This is a delicious recipe reminiscent of the peppermint bark made at Christmastime that uses a favorite Easter treat. Fun and easy to make too! Everyone really enjoys the combination of creamy white chocolate and fruity jellybeans. Use your favorite, but I always go for the small pectin variety. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by Christina

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     White Chocolate

Time 1h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 pound white confectioners' coating
1 pound jellybeans

Steps:

  • Line a jelly roll pan with waxed paper and set aside.
  • Melt the white confectioners' coating in the top of a double boiler over just-barely simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Spread the melted white confectioners' coating onto the prepared pan. Sprinkle the jellybeans over the top.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour or until firm. Break into pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.3 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 39.7 mg, Sugar 36.6 g

JEWEL NUT BARS



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These colorful bars, with the eye-catching appeal of candied cherries and the crunchy goodness of mixed nuts, are certain to become a holiday favorite year after year. I get lots of compliments on the rich, chewy crust and the combination of sweet and salty flavors.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup packed brown sugar, divided
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups mixed nuts
1-1/2 cups green and red candied cherries, halved
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour and 1/3 cup brown sugar; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a lightly greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake 15 minutes. , In a large bowl, whisk together egg and salt; stir in remaining brown sugar. Stir in nuts, cherries and chocolate chips. Spoon evenly over crust., Bake until topping is set, 20-25 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts :

JELLY BEAN BARK



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Homemade Easter candy really doesn't get easier than this. It's so simple-all you need are three ingredients, a microwave and a pan! -Mavis Dement, Marcus, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 tablespoon butter
1-1/4 pounds white candy coating, coarsely chopped
2 cups small jelly beans

Steps:

  • Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with foil; grease foil with butter. In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Spread into prepared pan. Top with jelly beans, pressing to adhere. Let stand until set., Cut or break bark into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 5g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SWEET AND SALTY BARK



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Give the gift of Sweet and Salty Bark. In this Sweet and Salty Bark recipe, the salty brings out the sweet, the sweet brings out the salty and the result is a win-win in the gift-giving department.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate (6 oz.)
1-1/2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S White Chocolate (6 oz.)
1 cup chopped pretzels
1/3 cup PLANTERS Dry Roasted Peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Microwave semi-sweet and white chocolates in medium microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1-1/2 to 2 min. or until almost melted, stirring after 1 min.; stir until completely melted.
  • Add pretzels and nuts; mix well. Spread onto waxed paper-covered baking sheet.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm. Break into small pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 80 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

BAKER'S CHOCOLATE HOLIDAY BARK



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Take one bite of this BAKER'S Chocolate Holiday Bark and you'll never want another almond bark recipe. This almond bark recipe is great anytime of year.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, broken into pieces
1-1/2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S White Chocolate (6 oz.), broken into pieces
1 cup PLANTERS Almonds, toasted
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots

Steps:

  • Microwave chocolates in separate medium microwaveable bowls as directed on packages. Stir half each of the nuts, cranberries and apricots into chocolate in each bowl.
  • Drop spoonfuls of chocolate mixtures alternately onto waxed paper-covered baking sheet; swirl gently with knife.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm. Break into pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 5 mg, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 12 g, Protein 2 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of nuts and seeds: This will give your bark a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors: You can add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, or extracts like vanilla or almond. You could also add dried fruit like cranberries or cherries.
  • Make sure your chocolate is melted smoothly: This will help the bark to set evenly. You can melt the chocolate in a microwave or over a double boiler.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet: This will make it easy to remove the bark once it's set.
  • Refrigerate the bark for at least 30 minutes before cutting it: This will help it to set completely.

Conclusion:

Jewel bark is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that's perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover nuts and seeds, and it's also a fun activity to do with kids. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a jewel bark recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give jewel bark a try!

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