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    Chocolate Bark

    Published: Mar 5, 2023 by Ayeh Manfre 8 Comments

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    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.

    Bark pieces chopped ready to be stored

    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. 

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    • Ingredients and Toppings
    • How to make Chocolate Bark
    • Tips & Tricks
    • FAQs
    • More Desserts
    • Recipe
    • Comments
    Stack of cut pieces of Persian chocolate bark flavour

    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 🙂
    Slab of chocolate bark straight out of the freezer

    How to make Chocolate Bark

    Here are my easy steps to make this sweet treat in no time.

    Simple step by step on how to make chocolate bark
    1. 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
    2. Stir the chocolate gently with a spatula until it's fully melted and there are no lumps, then take off the heat
    3. Add your preferred filling (refer to the recipe for flavor options) and stir together until well combined and nicely coated
    4. 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
    5. 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
    6. Once set, place on a chopping board and carefully cut into smaller pieces, and enjoy!
    Hazelnut chocolate bark chopped in pieces on baking paper

    Tips & Tricks

    1. Use good quality chocolate and ingredients. Trust me it will taste so much better!
    2. Ensure the chocolate is fully melted without any lumps before adding the other ingredients and toppings
    3. 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
    4. 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 
    5. 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
    Stack of hazelnut chocolate bark pieces
    Showing the inside filling of a piece of bark

    FAQs

    What is chocolate bark made of?

    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

    How to melt chocolate?

    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

    Close up of bark with toppings of peanut butter and salt

    More Desserts

    • Healthy Apple Crumble
    • Baked Donuts
    • Chocolate Avocado Mousse
    • Tiramisu Cups
    • Healthy Strawberry Parfait

    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 chopped into pieces on baking paper
    4.58 from 14 votes

    Chocolate Bark (3 Easy Flavors)

    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
    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Dessert, Sweets
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Keyword: chocolate, quick, treat
    Servings: 25 pieces
    Calories: 117kcal
    Author: Ayeh
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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!

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    Notes

    Nutritional table is based on Snickers Chocolate Bark flavor

    Nutrition

    Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. Rehana

      March 08, 2023 at 8:01 am

      Can you use stale hazelnuts
      Will it spoil the taste
      Or if I dry roast them will it enhance the flavour please suggest

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        March 10, 2023 at 7:32 am

        When you say stale, are they rancid or have a funny taste? If so, I wouldn't recommend it xxx

        Reply
    2. Sarah

      March 10, 2023 at 4:32 am

      5 stars
      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.

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        March 10, 2023 at 7:30 am

        Oh yay so happy you all loved it so much! I literally just ate a piece haha xx

        Reply
    3. Kaye

      March 14, 2023 at 10:27 am

      5 stars
      Salted or unsalted peanuts? Recipe sounds delicious and easy! Going to make this very soon…..

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        March 14, 2023 at 8:20 pm

        You can use either way on your preference. Ive used lightly salted 🙂

        Reply
    4. Goldie Pick

      March 17, 2023 at 11:49 am

      5 stars
      Most delicious snack ever

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        March 18, 2023 at 8:10 am

        So happy you loved it Goldie yay! Will have more flavors coming xx

        Reply

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