Generally, you usually see bark recipes during the holidays, but this is a less-sweet version that can be enjoyed at any time of year. It's super simple and only takes about 10 minutes to put together. Plus, it's all about gorp and we all know how much of a "crunchy" person I can be.
If you like salted chocolate, you'll love this because it combines all those flavors and is easy to change up. Don't like almonds? Try cashews or hazelnuts! Or even sunflower seeds!
If you've been around for even a few weeks, you know how much I love my dark chocolate. I don't like anything sickeningly sweet and I'd much rather taste the tang of fruit or saltiness of the almonds.
The amounts I used here will give you bark with a thin shard of chocolate, so if you prefer a thicker slab, just double the amount of chocolate and spread it a little thicker.
Without further ado...
Bittersweet Gorp Bark
Serves 4
10 minutes assembly time and 20 minutes to freeze
1 cup dark chocolate chips or 5 ounces bar chocolate, roughly chopped
Pinch of sea salt
1 cup trail mix (I used a combination of dried cranberries, banana chips, dried berries, and almonds)
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
Heat about an inch of water until simmering.
Place chocolate in a heat proof bowl and set over simmering water, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
Pour onto parchment paper and spread to 1/8- to 1/4-inch thickness.
Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and the trail mix.
Using your hands, press down to secure the mix is set into the chocolate.
Place in freezer for 20 minutes.
Roll up the parchment paper to crack the bark and store the pieces in a sealed bag in the refrigerator or freezer.
where do i place my order?
ReplyDeleteI take orders online and by phone :)
DeletePretty sure once I make this I'll be doubling the chocolate, it looks awesome!
ReplyDeleteDoubling the chocolate is always a good idea :)
Deleteohhh, I would love to be snacking on this right now! I love salted chocolate, this looks so good!
ReplyDeletePopped over from Buns In My Oven / What's Cooking Wednesday party! Glad I did :)
You're sweet Aggie! And thanks so much for stopping by!
DeleteLove sweets like these! Dark chocolate and nuts are always welcome!
ReplyDeleteI know, Julia! Aren't they?!
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