Almond-Cherry Chocolate Bark

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Almond-Cherry Chocolate Bark
45 min.
24
286kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with this delightful Almond-Cherry Chocolate Bark, a perfect combination of flavors and textures that promises to satisfy even the most discerning dessert lovers. Whether you're looking for a guilt-free treat or a stunning addition to your dessert table, this recipe stands out as a plant-based, gluten-free option that everyone can enjoy.

This delectable bark is not only easy to prepare, but it also offers a rich chocolaty experience with bits of crunchy toasted almonds and the tartness of dried cherries, creating a harmonious blend that keeps you coming back for more. Plus, with its simple ingredients and straightforward method, you can whip up a batch in just a little over 45 minutes.

Imagine the joy of sharing this charming confection with family and friends, or savoring it as a personal treat after a long day. Ideal for any occasion, from cozy evenings at home to festive gatherings, the Almond-Cherry Chocolate Bark checks all the boxes for dietary flexibility—it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free!

Get ready to impress your taste buds and those of your loved ones with this irresistible dessert that embraces the balance of healthiness and indulgence. Dive into the sweet world of chocolatey goodness, and let every bite of this delightful bark evoke a sense of joy and satisfaction!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup almonds whole
  • 24 servings almonds toasted
  • 0.3 cup cherries dried
  • 12 ounces chocolate dark (60 percent to 70 percent cocoa)
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract pure

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper,toast 3/4 cup whole skin-on almonds until fragrant and light gold,8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Let cool completely; transfer to a bowl. Fill a mediumsaucepan with 1 inch water; bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.Set a large heatproof bowl atop saucepan, making sure water doesn'ttouch bottom of bowl.
  3. Place 10 ounces dark chocolate (60 percent to70 percent cocoa) in bowl; cook, stirring, until smooth.
  4. Remove bowlfrom saucepan; add another 2 ounces dark chocolate and stir untilsmooth. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, toasted almonds and1/3 cup dried tart cherries, coarsely chopped.
  5. Pour onto bakingsheet; spread into an even layer about 1/4 inch thick. Refrigerate untilfirm, 1 hour. Break into 24 pieces.
  6. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories286kcal
Protein11.24%
Fat69.73%
Carbs19.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.71
Glycemic Load
1.51
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.753912914706%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.43mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Peonidin
0.03mg
Catechin
0.52mg
Epigallocatechin
0.9mg
Epicatechin
0.3mg
Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Naringenin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
0.91mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.79kcal
14.29%
Fat:23.25g
35.76%
Saturated Fat:4.78g
29.89%
Carbohydrates:14.27g
4.76%
Net Carbohydrates:8.37g
3.05%
Sugar:5.16g
5.73%
Cholesterol:0.43mg
0.14%
Sodium:3.19mg
0.14%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.07%
100%
Caffeine:11.34mg
3.78%
Protein:8.43g
16.86%
Vitamin E:8.91mg
59.39%
Manganese:1.07mg
53.26%
Magnesium:125.6mg
31.4%
Copper:0.61mg
30.33%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.81%
Fiber:5.89g
23.58%
Phosphorus:209.86mg
20.99%
Iron:2.97mg
16.51%
Calcium:103.33mg
10.33%
Zinc:1.55mg
10.31%
Potassium:358.38mg
10.24%
Vitamin B3:1.4mg
7%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.07%
Folate:15.24µg
3.81%
Selenium:2.38µg
3.4%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.68%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.25%
Vitamin K:1.08µg
1.02%
Source:Epicurious