Homemade Chocolate Bark

Indulge in the perfect holiday treat with this Decadent Dark Homemade Chocolate Bark with Superfood Crunch. The rich, velvety dark chocolate combined with a hint of refreshing peppermint creates a deliciously festive flavor profile. Topped with nutrient-packed chia and hemp seeds, along with crunchy almond slivers and a touch of Celtic salt, this bark is both indulgent and nourishing.

I love this Homemade Chocolate Bark recipe because it balances rich, creamy dark chocolate with a refreshing peppermint kick, creating a perfect holiday treat. The combination of chia and hemp seeds, along with almond slivers, adds a delightful crunch and boosts the nutritional value. Plus, the hint of Celtic salt enhances the flavors, making each bite both indulgent and satisfying.

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INGREDIENTS:

• 12 oz dark chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp solid coconut oil
• 1 drop peppermint oil
• Chia seeds- amount optional
• Hemp seeds- amount optional
• Almond slivers- amount optional
• A pinch of Celtic salt

EQUIPMENT

• Small cooking pot or Medium Heatproof Bowl : For melting the chocolate and coconut oil.
• Pot for Double Boiler: To use as the base for the double boiler method.
• Spatula: For spreading the melted chocolate evenly on the baking sheet.
• Baking Sheet or dish of your choice: Lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
• Refrigerator: For chilling and setting the bark.
• Knife or Hands: For breaking the hardened bark into pieces.

The delicious things you will need to make delicious Homemake Chocolate Bark!

1. Prepare the Baking Sheet or other dish:

• Line your dish of choice, a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. This will help prevent the bark from sticking and make cleanup easier.

2. Its time to put the Coconut oil to the pan:

You do not need to wait until this melts to add in the chocolate. The ingredients will melt together.

3. Melt the Chocolate:

• In a medium heatproof bowl or pan, combine the dark chocolate chips and solid coconut oil.
• Place the on the lowest setting possible to kep from burning the chocolate or place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or use a microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.

Continue to stir

4. Drop in the Peppermint Flavor:

Stir in the drop of peppermint oil, mixing thoroughly to ensure even distribution of the peppermint flavor.

5. Pour and Spread:

• Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet or dish of your choice. Shake the pan or plate a little bit to flatten out the chocolate or use a spatula to spread it into an even layer about 1/4 inch thick.

Have all of your toppings ready to add on top while the chocolate is still soft.

6. Add Superfoods and Salt:

• While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle the chia seeds, hemp seeds, and almond slivers evenly over the surface.
• Lightly sprinkle a pinch of Celtic salt over the top to enhance the flavors.

7. Chill:

• Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 1 hour, or until the chocolate is fully set and hardened.

8. Break and Serve:

• Once the bark is set, break it into pieces using your hands or a knife.
• Store the bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh and crisp.

9. THE BEST STEP! Now its time to enjoy this most delicious easy to make Homemade Chocolate Bark! Your taste buds will thank you!

Yield: 12 clusters

Homemade Chocolate Bark

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This is an easy delicious Homemade Chocolate Bark that is great for a rich creamy holiday treat.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Additional Time 35 minutes 30 seconds

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 12 oz (340 g) dark chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp solid coconut oil
• 1 drop peppermint oil
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp hemp seeds
• 2 tbsp almond slivers
• A pinch of Celtic salt

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:

Melt the Chocolate:

Add Peppermint Oil: One drop at a time as its powerful

Form the Clusters: 12 even clusters unless you want the one big cluster

Add nuts and seeds on top

Sprinkle Sea Salt:

Chill:

Break apart the cluster(s) into chunks of your choice

Serve:

Notes

Helpful Notes:

1. Chocolate Melting Tip:
2. Be cautious when melting chocolate; overheating can cause it to seize and become grainy. If using a microwave, always melt in short intervals (20-30 seconds), stirring frequently.
4. Other Add-ins:
5. You can customize the recipe by adding other seeds (like flax seeds or sunflower seeds) or dried fruits (such as dried cranberries or raisins) for extra texture and flavor.

Vegan/Allergy-Friendly:

• Make sure the dark chocolate chips are dairy-free and the peppermint oil is food-grade if making a vegan-friendly or allergy-sensitive version.

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size:

1 cluster
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 170Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 25mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 3gSugar: 9gProtein: 3g

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