Description
Irresistible dark chocolate bark loaded with roasted hazelnut & pistachio creates a luxurious desert experience. Melt-in-your-mouth chocolate combined with nutty crunch delivers a sophisticated treat for chocolate enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Chocolate Ingredient:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
Nuts:
- ½ cup roasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
- ½ cup roasted pistachios, roughly chopped
Optional Toppings:
- ¼ cup dried cranberries or dried cherries
- Sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring smooth coverage for easy chocolate removal.
- Toast hazelnuts and pistachios in a preheated oven at 350F (175C) for 8-10 minutes, gently stirring midway to promote even roasting and prevent burning.
- Remove nuts from oven and allow them to cool completely, then coarsely chop using a sharp knife to create varied textures and sizes.
- Melt dark chocolate using a double boiler method, stirring gently until smooth and glossy with no lumps remaining.
- Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet, using a spatula to spread it evenly into a thin, uniform layer.
- Immediately sprinkle the chopped hazelnuts and pistachios across the surface of the melted chocolate, pressing them lightly to ensure they adhere.
- Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the nuts to enhance the chocolate’s deep flavor profile.
- Refrigerate the chocolate bark for 15-20 minutes or until completely hardened and firm to the touch.
- Once set, break or cut the bark into irregular pieces using your hands or a sharp knife for a rustic presentation.
- Store the chocolate bark in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Toasting nuts enhances their natural oils, creating a deeper, more complex flavor profile that elevates the entire chocolate bark.
- Chop nuts unevenly for a rustic, artisanal texture that adds visual interest and varied crunch to each bite.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content for a rich, intense chocolate experience that complements the nutty flavors.
- Consider alternative nut options like almonds or walnuts if you want to experiment or have dietary restrictions, ensuring a similar textural contrast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 208
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg