Chocolate-Almond Bark with Sea Salt

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
22%
Chocolate-Almond Bark with Sea Salt
45 min.
5
888kcal

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Indulge your senses with the delightful combination of rich dark chocolate and the exquisite crunch of Marcona almonds in this Chocolate-Almond Bark with Sea Salt. This luxurious dessert is not just a treat for special occasions; it's incredibly easy to make, requiring only 45 minutes of your time. Perfectly suited for those following a vegetarian or gluten-free diet, this treat satisfies sweet cravings without compromising on dietary needs.

The magic lies in the contrast of flavors – the intense, bittersweet notes of dark chocolate harmonize perfectly with the nutty richness of almonds, while a sprinkle of coarse sea salt adds a sophisticated twist that elevates this bark to gourmet status. Each bite offers a delightful crunch, and you'll find the caloric breakdown surprisingly balanced, with healthy fats and a hint of protein from the almonds.

This Chocolate-Almond Bark also makes for a thoughtful gift or a stunning addition to any dessert table. With the ability to prepare it a week in advance, it's a fantastic choice for gatherings or cozy nights in. The elegant presentation of broken bark pieces layered between parchment or waxed paper is sure to impress your guests. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this decadent yet simple confection that’s sure to please all palates!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups almonds in oil (not )
  • servings sea salt (for sprinkling)
  • pound chocolate dark finely chopped (62%-70% cacao)
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat orfoil.
  2. Combine sugar with 2 tablespoons water in a smallsaucepan. Stir over medium-low heat until sugardissolves. Bring to a boil and cook, occasionallyswirling pan and brushing down sides with a wetpastry brush, until caramel is dark amber, about5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat. Immediately addbutter; whisk until melted.
  4. Add almonds; stir untilwell coated.
  5. Transfer to baking sheet, spreadingout to separate nuts.
  6. Let cool. Break up any largeclumps of nuts. Set aside 1/4 of nuts.
  7. Stir chocolate in a medium bowl set overa saucepan of simmering water until melted.
  8. Remove from heat, add nuts from baking sheet,and stir quickly to combine.
  9. Spread chocolate-nutmixture on same baking sheet, keepingnuts in a single layer. Top with the reserved nuts;sprinkle with salt. Chill until chocolate is set,about 3 hours.
  10. Break bark into pieces and store betweenlayers of parchment or waxed paper. DO AHEAD:Can be made 1 week ahead. Keep chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories888kcal
Protein7.12%
Fat61.74%
Carbs31.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.62
Glycemic Load
21.66
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
30.646956331056%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.06mg
Catechin
0.55mg
Epigallocatechin
1.11mg
Epicatechin
0.26mg
Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
1.13mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Quercetin
0.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:887.96kcal
44.4%
Fat:62.42g
96.02%
Saturated Fat:25.28g
158.03%
Carbohydrates:70.83g
23.61%
Net Carbohydrates:55.58g
20.21%
Sugar:43.59g
48.43%
Cholesterol:8.74mg
2.91%
Sodium:212.87mg
9.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:72.57mg
24.19%
Protein:16.19g
32.37%
Manganese:2.75mg
137.44%
Copper:2.05mg
102.3%
Magnesium:322.73mg
80.68%
Vitamin E:11.58mg
77.22%
Iron:12.4mg
68.88%
Fiber:15.25g
61%
Phosphorus:486.43mg
48.64%
Vitamin B2:0.56mg
33.21%
Zinc:4.35mg
28.98%
Potassium:964.21mg
27.55%
Calcium:182.62mg
18.26%
Vitamin B3:2.51mg
12.55%
Selenium:8.08µg
11.54%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.93%
Vitamin K:6.82µg
6.49%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.83%
Folate:18.96µg
4.74%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.67%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.31%
Vitamin A:105.78IU
2.12%
Source:Epicurious