Chocolate bark is the perfect healthy dessert to keep in your fridge! The flavor combinations are endless and I'm here to show you some of my favorites.
I mean who doesn't love a big slab of chocolate??
Making your own homemade chocolate bark is so much easier than you think! It's as simple as melting chocolate and adding your favorite toppings such as nuts, fruits and nut butter.
It's then set in the freezer as one large slab which you can then cut into small or larger pieces. Totally up to you, I’m not here to judge how big the pieces are 🙂
It makes them great for meal prep as you prepare a big batch and they’re ready to eat when you feel like it. Another healthy treat to keep in the freezer is Chocolate Dates, which are also great for those sweet cravings.
Chocolate bark is not only great for you but it also makes the perfect homemade gift! Make a batch and gift wrap to share with your family and friends, especially over the holidays.
Below I have three chocolate bark recipes - hazelnut bark which is like a healthy ferrero rocher, a healthy snickers bark, and a Persian-inspired bark.
If you're like me and always need something sweet after dinner, then you will love this recipe!
More healthy desserts you must try are my Healthy Apple Crumble and Chocolate Avocado Mousse.
Table of Contents
Ingredients and Toppings
- Chocolate is of course needed! Now I love using a block of 85% dark chocolate but you can totally mix this up with your preferred chocolate. Milk chocolate or even white chocolate can also be used along with chocolate chips or chocolate melts
- Nuts are my favorite thing to add in chocolate bark for some crunch and I also love the combination of chocolate and nuts together. It's also a healthy addition with healthy fats and protein. I’ve used hazelnuts along with peanuts for the recipes noted here. You can also use almonds to make chocolate almond bark, pecans, pistachios or even cashews and walnuts
- Flakey salt is not a necessity but I do recommend it. A little sprinkle of salt gives that salty and sweet vibe and it also brings the sweetness out, but it's optional
- Dates are another yummy addition. They’re sweet and chewy and they give it a caramel flavor without needing to add any additional sugar
- Fruits can be added for some freshness. You can add fresh fruits such as blueberries or other berries. Dried fruits such as cranberries and raisins are so yummy. A mix of dried fruits and nuts makes a great fruit and nut combination
- Toppings are truly endless!!! You can add coconut flakes, cherries, candy, peppermint, cookies and even biscuits! There are no rules 🙂
How to make Chocolate Bark
Here are my easy steps to make this sweet treat in no time.
- Start by melting chocolate using the double boiler method. Add roughly chopped chocolate (I've used dark 85%) and place in a heat safe bowl over a small saucepan or pot with simmering water to melt
- Stir the chocolate gently with a spatula until it's fully melted and there are no lumps, then take off the heat
- Add your preferred filling (refer to the recipe for flavor options) and stir together until well combined and nicely coated
- Place a baking sheet in a rectangular dish or tin and pour in the chocolate mixture. Flatten the top with a spatula to create a flat even layer
- Add toppings and a sprinkle of flaky salt (refer to recipe card). Place in the freezer to set for an hour, or in the fridge for 2-3 hours
- Once set, place on a chopping board and carefully cut into smaller pieces, and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
- Use good quality chocolate and ingredients. Trust me it will taste so much better!
- Ensure the chocolate is fully melted without any lumps before adding the other ingredients and toppings
- It's best to line a dish with baking paper or parchment paper for easy clean up. Without this, the chocolate will stick to the dish and it won’t come off nice and smoothly
- I’ve used a dish with a size of 30 x 20 cm. You can use a larger size dish to make a thinner bark, or smaller dish to make it thicker
- Be careful when cutting! If it's over set in the freezer or too hard to cut, leave it out at room temperature until its easier to slice
FAQs
It's made of chocolate that is melted and mixed with nuts, dried fruits, nut butter or a mixture of all. Once set, it's cut into pieces that resemble tree bark
I prefer using the double boiler method to melt chocolate. This is done by placing a heat safe bowl over a small saucepan with simmering water. You then add the chopped chocolate into the bowl, keep on a medium heat and stir with a spatula until chocolate is fully melted
You can also melt the chocolate in the microwave. Firstly, make sure you are using a microwave-safe bowl. Secondly, ensure to melt the chocolate in intervals so that it doesn't burn. Depending on the strength of your microwave, start with 20-30 second intervals, stopping and stirring the chocolate each time until fully melted
More No-Bake Desserts
I love seeing your creations and remakes, so be sure to rate the recipe, comment and share your Chocolate Bark photo on Instagram so I can share the love!
Recipe
Chocolate Bark (3 Easy Flavors)
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Ingredients
Snickers Chocolate Bark
- 250 g dark chocolate (I've used 85%)
- 6 large medjool dates (120 grams)
- 1 cup peanuts
- 2-3 tablespoon natural peanut butter
- Pinch of flaky sea salt
Hazelnut Chocolate Bark (Healthy ferrero rocher)
- 200 g dark chocolate (I’ve used 85%)
- 1 cup roasted hazelnuts
- Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional)
Persian Chocolate Bark
- 200 g dark chocolate (I’ve used 85%)
- 1-2 teaspoon rose water
- ½ cup pistachios
- ½ pomegranate seeded
- 2 teaspoon melted coconut oil (*optional)
Garnish
- Edible rose petals
Instructions
Melt Chocolate (All Flavors)
- Roughly chop the chocolate and melt using the double boiler method. Place in a heat safe bowl over a small saucepan or pot with simmering water to melt. Stir gently with a spatula until chocolate is fully melted and there are no lumps then take off the heat. (You can also melt the chocolate in the microwave)
- Then follow steps for your preferred flavor
Snickers Chocolate Bark
- Deseed the dates and cut them into small pieces. You can also use scissors
- Add the chopped dates and peanuts to the melted chocolate bowl and stir together until well combined and everything is nicely coated in the melted chocolate
- Place parchment paper in a rectangular dish or tin and pour in the chocolate mixture. Flatten the top with a spatula to create a flat even layer (you can also tap the dish to help it flatten)
- Using a teaspoon, add small dollops of peanut butter scattered around the bark. Then using a toothpick, make swirls on the peanut butter. You can get as fancy or as rustic as you like. Top with a sprinkle of flaky salt
- Place in the freezer to set for an hour, or in the fridge for 2-3 hours. Once it's fully set, place on a chopping board and carefully cut into smaller pieces. Enjoy your chocolate bark!
Hazelnut Chocolate Bark
- Add roasted hazelnuts to the melted chocolate bowl and stir together until well combined and nicely coated
- Place parchment paper in a rectangle dish or tin and pour in the chocolate mixture. Flatten the top with a spatula to create a flat even layer (you can also tap the dish to help it flatten). Top with a sprinkle of flaky salt
- Place in the freezer to set for an hour, or in the fridge for 2-3 hours. Once it's fully set, place on a chopping board and carefully cut into smaller pieces. Enjoy your chocolate bark!
Persian Chocolate Bark
- Add the rose water (start with 1 teaspoon, taste and add the 2nd teaspoon if you love it like i do).Stir it through then add the pomegranate and pistachios and mix together.*If the mixture has become too thick due to the rosewater, add the coconut oil to thin it out
- Place parchment paper in a rectangle dish or tin and pour in the chocolate mixture. Flatten the top with a spatula to create a flat even layer (you can also tap the dish to help it flatten)Then garnish with rose petals
- Place in the freezer to set for an hour, or in the fridge for 2-3 hours. Once it's fully set, place on a chopping board and carefully cut into smaller pieces. Enjoy your chocolate bark!
Rehana says
Can you use stale hazelnuts
Will it spoil the taste
Or if I dry roast them will it enhance the flavour please suggest
Ayeh Manfre says
When you say stale, are they rancid or have a funny taste? If so, I wouldn't recommend it xxx
Susana says
How long can I freeze this for. I'm entertaining a function for 100 people and would like to make these before hand
Ayeh Manfre says
You can freeze for up to 2 months 🙂
Sarah says
Delicious and easy! My kids absolutely love this recipe! My husband and I love it too. I can't taste the dates, they just make the chocolate have a gooey texture kinda like caramel.
Ayeh Manfre says
Oh yay so happy you all loved it so much! I literally just ate a piece haha xx
Kaye says
Salted or unsalted peanuts? Recipe sounds delicious and easy! Going to make this very soon…..
Ayeh Manfre says
You can use either way on your preference. Ive used lightly salted 🙂
Goldie Pick says
Most delicious snack ever
Ayeh Manfre says
So happy you loved it Goldie yay! Will have more flavors coming xx
Swetcha says
Do the fruits like blueberries or pomegranate in the chocolate go bad if the chocolate bark is kept at room temperature or should it be refrigerated until finished?
Ayeh Manfre says
Its best to keep in the fridge so it stays cool but its not frozen xx
Mindy says
Baking chocolate? Sugar free?
Ayeh Manfre says
You can use sugar free, I've used 85% xx
Patty E. Poston says
Don't think I would like the taste of rose water but I'm going to try the recipe without it. Thanks so much for these and sooo enjoy following you! Patty
Ayeh Manfre says
So happy to hear lovely! You can start with a smaller portion and see if you like it 🙂
melina says
this was such a beautiful snack , not only that it was pretty but it was spectacular especially how it melts in your mouth. as a persian girl having tea with this was just like heaven.
thanks ayeh !!
melina
Ayeh Manfre says
Oh yay amazing to hear Melina joon! Its my favorite with tea too 🙂
Marcy Trinidad says
Can I use dark chocolate compound?
Ayeh Manfre says
I cant see why not, but I havent tested myself dear. Worth a try 🙂
Brenda Martinez says
I love love the snickers chocolate bar. I saw your post on FB a year a go and probably make this at least once a month. So yummy and healthy. Thanks.
Ayeh Manfre says
oh yay so happy to hear!! Now you have to try the other flavors 🙂
Jan Congram says
a pow of flavour with all 3 variations. a wonderful snack/dessert to have on hand
Ayeh Manfre says
So lovely to hear Jan 🙂
Jeff W says
After the chocolate is set in the freezer, and then comes to room temperature, it is somewhat soft. Softer that the chocolate was before it melted. Is there a way to harden. It? Thanks.
Ayeh Manfre says
After chopping the bark, its best to store it in the fridge 🙂