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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If you're looking to satisfy your sweet tooth with a healthy twist, look no further than these delightful Fruit and Nut Chocolate Chunks. Perfect for any occasion, whether it be an elegant antipasti spread, an afternoon snack, or a fun appetizer at your next gathering, these treats are sure to impress your guests while providing a wholesome alternative to conventional sweets. With their rich, bittersweet chocolate base and a medley of chewy dried fruits and crunchy nuts, each bite is a burst of flavor and texture.

What’s more, this recipe is both gluten and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions or anyone who simply wants to embrace a healthier lifestyle without sacrificing taste. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these chocolatey delights that will yield 36 beautifully portioned chunks, allowing you to share the joy or keep them all to yourself!

Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these Fruit and Nut Chocolate Chunks are a perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition. So gather your ingredients and prepare to delight in a treat that's not only delicious but also nourishing. Your taste buds—and your body—will thank you!

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