Chocolate Bark With Lots Of Bite Recipe

Indulge in this decadent chocolate bark recipe! A symphony of sweet and spicy, this bark combines dark, milk, and semi-sweet chocolate with a hint of cayenne and chili powder for an unexpected kick. Toasted pecans and tart dried cherries add delightful texture and contrasting flavors. Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 2816 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Bark With Lots Of Bite

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How to Make Chocolate Bark With Lots Of Bite

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup pecan halves with 2 tablespoons melted butter. Toss to coat.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, and ¼ teaspoon chili powder.
  4. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the pecans and toss to coat thoroughly.
  5. Spread the spiced pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.
  8. While pecans cool, prepare the chocolate. In a double boiler or heat-safe bowl set over a pan of simmering water, melt 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips with 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  9. Drizzle the melted semi-sweet chocolate evenly over the cooled pecans, creating a pattern or design.
  10. Repeat steps 8-9 with 6 ounces milk chocolate chips and 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil.
  11. Repeat again with 4 ounces dark chocolate chips and 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil, ensuring all chocolate colors are visible.
  12. Sprinkle with ½ cup dried cherries (optional).
  13. Let the chocolate bark stand at room temperature until completely set (at least 1-2 hours).
  14. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

732g

Fat

371g

Carbs

72g