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 senses with a delightful treat that embodies both health and flavor: Almond-Cherry Chocolate Bark. This decadent dessert is not only a feast for your taste buds but also a guilt-free option for those with dietary restrictions, as it’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a mid-day snack, each flavorful piece is packed with the goodness of whole almonds and tangy dried tart cherries.

Imagine the rich, velvety dark chocolate melting in your mouth, perfectly complemented by the satisfying crunch of almonds and the sweet-tart burst of cherries. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and a yield of 24 generous servings, this chocolate bark is both easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family.

The combination of healthy fats from the almonds and the antioxidant-rich dark chocolate not only makes this treat delicious but also a nourishing choice. The subtle hint of pure vanilla extract brings all the flavors together, creating a harmonious blend that will leave you wanting more. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a delightful masterpiece that will satisfy any sweet tooth without compromising on health!

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