Healthy and Easy Chocolate Bark

4

Servings

15 min.

Preparation Time

10 min.

Cooking Time

How to do it?

Healthy and Easy Chocolate Bark

This Dark Chocolate Bark recipe is an incredibly easy-to-make, delicious, healthy treat! 

Looking for a simple yet incredibly delicious chocolate treat recipe? Then this is the healthy and easy chocolate bark for you! The dark chocolate mixed with crunchy nuts, cranberries, dates, almond butter, coconut flakes, and a touch of salt is an amazing (and addictive) combo of flavors and textures. It also has the bonus of being pretty and healthy for a treat! Not only does it look impressive, but the green from the pistachios give it a festive vibe. Chocolate bark also makes a great edible holiday or Christmas gift! Your family will love this dark chocolate bark recipe!

You must try it!

The best part, outside of the delicious taste, is the simple preparation and the many different bark combinations you can make. Because the ingredients in this snack are completely healthy, you can indulge comfortably and confidently, knowing you’re eating something good for yourself. Make sure to use dark chocolate around 70%; it’s healthier. It provides a not too sweet energizing boost of antioxidants and some healthy fats to fuel your day.

I also made another healthy treat from dark chocolate; you can click here!

How to melt chocolate on the stove

Though this method is a little more involved, it reduces the chance of burning the chocolate. Place the chocolate in a double boiler filled with heated water or in a metal bowl and set it over a pot filled with heated water. Stir the chocolate until it melts and becomes smooth. Be careful not to touch the bottom of the bowl to the water.

HOW TO STORE CHOCOLATE BARK

Depending on how you prefer your chocolate will determine how to best store it. If you like the colder, harder type of chocolate, you can place the bark pieces into an ait-tight container and store it in the refrigerator. It will last up to 2 weeks.

These bark pieces can also be kept in a zip-top bag or air-tight container and kept in the pantry for up to a week. Because the bark will be at room temperature, it will be softer, similar to chocolate chips.

INSTRUCTIONS

First Step

• Start by lining a small, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Chop 100 grams of roasted pecans, 40 gr of roasted almond, 40 gr of pistachios, 40 gr of dried cranberries, and  60 gr of dates.
• Fill a medium saucepan halfway with water, and bring to a gentle boil. Place a large glass or ceramic heat-safe bowl on top of the pan. This is called a ‘double boiler.’ Break 400 grams of dark chocolate into pieces with your hands and place them in the bowl. The heat from the bowl will melt the chocolate. Stir periodically to ensure the chocolate melts evenly.
• Pour melted chocolate onto the center of your parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread out evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon. You’ll want the chocolate layer about ½ cm thick.

Final Step

• Drizzle 1 tbsp of almond butter over the chocolate, and then sprinkle over the top 1 tbsp of coconut flakes, the chopped pecans, almonds, pistachios, cranberries, and dates. Be sure to spread around evenly, and feel free to gently press the nuts down into the chocolate a bit so that they stick.
• Place the chocolate bark for about 2-4 hours in the refrigerator.
• When the chocolate bark has hardened completely, break it into pieces using either your hands or a large chef’s knife. Your chocolate bark is now ready to be eaten or stored for later!

How do you eat your chocolate bark?

I love to hear from you, so be sure to pop back and leave a comment if you try out our Healthy and Easy Chocolate Bark recipe. Happy Eating.

If you make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram or Pinterest – seeing your creations always makes my day. You can also subscribe to my email list to never miss a new recipe or nutrition education post!

Do you want more healthy recipes? Click here ➡️ for healthy ideas.

Ingredients

LEARN HOW TO MAKE

Vegan Chocolate Ganache Tart

This tart is made with healthier gluten-free and vegan ingredients. Tastes ultra-decadent and delicious.

Tips