Fruit And Nut Chocolate Chunks Recipe

Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with these decadent Fruit & Nut Chocolate Chunks! This recipe, inspired by Epicurious, features the finest bittersweet chocolate and the freshest nuts for an unforgettable treat. Elevate your dessert game with this easy-to-follow recipe – the 'cook time' is actually chilling time, so minimal effort for maximum flavor! Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 36.4 kcal

Protein 1g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fruit And Nut Chocolate Chunks

2 cups bittersweet chocolate (high-quality)
Vegetable Oil
¼ cup dried cranberries
Raisins
Shelled Pistachios
Roasted Cashews

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How to Make Fruit And Nut Chocolate Chunks

Finely chop 1 cup of bittersweet chocolate and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup chopped pecans, ½ cup chopped walnuts, ¼ cup dried cranberries, and ¼ cup chopped dried apricots.
Melt 1 cup of bittersweet chocolate in a double boiler or microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Gently stir in the chopped nuts and dried fruit into the melted chocolate.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Drop spoonfuls of the chocolate mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each chunk.
Refrigerate for at least 35 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm.
Once firm, break into individual chunks and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Fruit And Nut Chocolate Chunks?

Fruit And Nut Chocolate Chunks takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Fruit And Nut Chocolate Chunks?

Fruit And Nut Chocolate Chunks has approximately 36.4 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Fruit And Nut Chocolate Chunks?

The key ingredients for Fruit And Nut Chocolate Chunks are Bittersweet Chocolate, Vegetable Oil, Dried Cranberries, Raisins, Shelled Pistachios, Roasted Cashews. See the full list with measurements above.