Cranberry-Pistachio Bark

Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Cranberry-Pistachio Bark
45 min.
11
784kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our delightful Cranberry-Pistachio Bark, a gluten-free dessert that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious! This treat combines the rich creaminess of white chocolate with the tartness of dried cranberries and the satisfying crunch of pistachios, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply looking for a sweet snack to enjoy at home, this bark is sure to impress.

With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a batch that serves 11 people, making it an ideal choice for sharing with friends and family. The vibrant colors of the cranberries and pistachios not only make this dessert a feast for the eyes but also provide a delightful contrast in taste. Plus, it’s easy to customize—feel free to experiment with different nuts or dried fruits to suit your palate!

Once you’ve mastered the simple melting technique, the hardest part will be waiting for the bark to set. Allow it to cool at room temperature, and soon you’ll have a deliciously crunchy treat that can be broken into pieces and stored for up to a month. Perfect for holiday gifting or as a sweet addition to your dessert table, this Cranberry-Pistachio Bark is a must-try for any chocolate lover!

Ingredients

  • 11 servings butter 
  • cups cranberries dried
  • tablespoon shortening 
  • cups pistachios raw unsalted shelled
  • pounds chocolate white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Line a 12- by 15-inch baking sheet with cooking parchment; butter parchment. Chop 2 pounds white chocolate and place with 1 tablespoon solid vegetable shortening in a heatproof bowl that will nest in a 3- to 4-quart pan.
  2. Heat 1 inch of water in the pan just until steaming.
  3. Remove from heat and place bowl over water (bowl shouldn't touch water). Stir occasionally just until mixture is melted and smooth.
  4. Remove bowl from over pan.
  5. Stir in 2 cups each shelled unsalted raw pistachios and dried cranberries. Using a flexible spatula, scrape mixture onto buttered parchment and spread 3/8 to 1/2 inch thick (mixture should almost cover sheet).
  6. Sprinkle with 1 more cup each pistachios and dried cranberries; gently press into white chocolate.
  7. Let stand at cool room temperature (see notes) until completely firm, 4 to 6 hours, or overnight. Break or cut bark into pieces. Store airtight in a cool place up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Calories784kcal
Protein5.86%
Fat52.2%
Carbs41.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.91
Glycemic Load
34.06
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
13.312173895214%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.2mg
Delphinidin
0.03mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.79mg
Quercetin
1.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:784.36kcal
39.22%
Fat:47.42g
72.95%
Saturated Fat:20.78g
129.88%
Carbohydrates:85.69g
28.56%
Net Carbohydrates:80.32g
29.21%
Sugar:75.26g
83.62%
Cholesterol:28.07mg
9.36%
Sodium:110.09mg
4.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.98g
23.97%
Phosphorus:306.32mg
30.63%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.56%
Copper:0.5mg
25.15%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.73%
Fiber:5.37g
21.49%
Calcium:204.2mg
20.42%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.33%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.94%
Potassium:592.08mg
16.92%
Vitamin E:2.4mg
16.01%
Vitamin K:15.41µg
14.68%
Magnesium:47.88mg
11.97%
Selenium:7.31µg
10.45%
Zinc:1.43mg
9.55%
Iron:1.68mg
9.34%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.84%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.59%
Vitamin B3:1.26mg
6.29%
Folate:23.03µg
5.76%
Vitamin A:236.57IU
4.73%
Vitamin C:1.48mg
1.8%
Source:My Recipes