Fruit and Nut Chocolate Chunks

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Fruit and Nut Chocolate Chunks
45 min.
36
257kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our delightful Fruit and Nut Chocolate Chunks, a perfect treat for any occasion! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe combines the rich, velvety texture of fine-quality bittersweet chocolate with a medley of vibrant dried fruits and crunchy nuts, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Whether you're looking for a quick snack, a sophisticated appetizer, or a unique addition to your antipasti platter, these chocolate chunks are sure to impress. With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a batch that serves 36 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, parties, or simply to enjoy at home.

Each bite is a delightful explosion of taste, featuring the tartness of cranberries, the sweetness of raisins, and the satisfying crunch of salted pistachios and cashews. Not only are these chocolate chunks a treat for the palate, but they also offer a guilt-free indulgence with only 257 calories per serving. Plus, they can be stored for up to two weeks, allowing you to savor them at your leisure.

So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a deliciously satisfying snack that everyone will love. Your friends and family will be asking for seconds, and you’ll be proud to share this easy yet impressive recipe!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 lb bittersweet chocolate unsweetened (not )
  • 0.7 cup cranberries dried
  • oz pistachios salted shelled
  • 0.7 cup raisins 
  • oz roasted cashews salted
  • 36 servings vegetable oil for greasing pan

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • knife
  • double boiler
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Melt chocolate in top of a double boiler or metal bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  2. While chocolate is melting, line bottom and sides of an 8-inch square baking pan with foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang, then lightly oil foil.
  3. Remove chocolate from heat and stir in fruit and nuts, then spread evenly in baking pan. Freeze until firm, about 20 minutes. Lift candy in foil from pan using overhang and transfer to a cutting board. Peel off foil and cut candy with a long heavy knife into 36 pieces.
  4. • If you have more time, chill the candy in the refrigerator (instead of in the freezer) until firm, about 1 hour. • Candy keeps, wrapped well in foil and chilled, 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories257kcal
Protein2.86%
Fat76.33%
Carbs20.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.13
Glycemic Load
1.2
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.0921739171381%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.19mg
Catechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin
0.05mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:256.65kcal
12.83%
Fat:22.24g
34.22%
Saturated Fat:5.96g
37.25%
Carbohydrates:13.64g
4.55%
Net Carbohydrates:11.77g
4.28%
Sugar:7.71g
8.57%
Cholesterol:0.94mg
0.31%
Sodium:17.58mg
0.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:13.54mg
4.51%
Protein:1.88g
3.75%
Vitamin K:27.87µg
26.54%
Copper:0.29mg
14.46%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.48%
Magnesium:37.62mg
9.4%
Vitamin E:1.36mg
9.08%
Fiber:1.88g
7.5%
Iron:1.31mg
7.28%
Phosphorus:66.29mg
6.63%
Potassium:150.12mg
4.29%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.06%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.87%
Selenium:1.79µg
2.56%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.24%
Calcium:14.26mg
1.43%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.28%
Vitamin B3:0.24mg
1.19%
Source:Epicurious