Description
This Pistachio Cranberry Bark is a simple and elegant treat combining rich dark chocolate with crunchy pistachios and tart dried cranberries. It’s perfect as a healthy snack, festive gift, or dessert. The addition of sea salt enhances the flavors, making each bite satisfyingly sweet, nutty, and slightly savory.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base
- 12 oz dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
Mix-ins and Topping
- 1 cup shelled pistachios (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tsp sea salt (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring it covers the entire surface to prevent sticking.
- Melt Chocolate: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the dark chocolate slowly, stirring frequently to achieve smooth texture without burning.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the melted chocolate cool for about 2 minutes to avoid melting the nuts and cranberries when mixed in.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir half of the chopped pistachios and dried cranberries into the melted chocolate evenly.
- Spread Chocolate: Pour the chocolate mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly with a spatula to approximately ¼ inch thickness.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining pistachios and cranberries evenly over the top; lightly sprinkle sea salt if desired for extra flavor contrast.
- Chill to Set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes or until the chocolate is fully hardened.
- Cut or Break: Once set, remove the bark from the fridge and cut it into squares or break into irregular pieces using a sharp knife.
- Store Properly: Keep the bark in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
- Roughly chopping pistachios enhances their crunch and helps with even distribution.
- The sea salt is optional but recommended to balance the sweetness.
- Store the bark in a cool, dry place to prevent melting.
- Can be customized with other nuts or dried fruits as preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Melting and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 1 oz)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pistachio Cranberry Bark, dark chocolate bark, chocolate snack, holiday treat, easy dessert, no-bake chocolate
