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Halloween Chocolate Bark

This Halloween bark is a quick and easy treat made by melting dark chocolate and decorating it with an assortment of toppings like candied nuts, dried fruit, and crushed cookies. Once set, it forms a crispy, glossy sheet that can be broken into beautiful, irregular shards, perfect for festive celebrations. The combination of textures and flavors makes it both visually striking and delightfully tasty.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz dark chocolate chopped if solid
  • 1/2 cup candied nuts roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried fruit such as cranberries or apricots, chopped
  • 1/4 cup crushed cookies or crackers for crunch
  • Sprinkles or edible glitter decorative toppings optional, for festive look
  • a pinch sea salt flakes to enhance flavors

Equipment

  • Double boiler or microwave
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper or silicone mat
  • Knife or break-apart tool

Method
 

  1. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat, ensuring a smooth, flat surface for your chocolate.
  2. Place the dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl and melt in short bursts, stirring until smooth and glossy. The chocolate should be fully melted and fragrant.
  3. Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet, using a spatula to spread it evenly into a thin layer, about 1/4 inch thick. You’ll hear a gentle sizzle as the chocolate settles.
  4. Sprinkle the candied nuts, dried fruit, and crushed cookies evenly over the warm chocolate, pressing them lightly into the surface so they adhere well.
  5. Add a few sprinkles or edible glitter on top for a festive shimmer, and finish with a tiny pinch of sea salt flakes to enhance all the flavors.
  6. Let the bark cool at room temperature until completely set and firm, about 2 hours. For quicker results, refrigerate it for about 30 minutes until solid.
  7. Once hardened, break the bark into irregular shards using a knife or break-apart tool, revealing a glossy, textured surface with colorful toppings.
  8. Enjoy your homemade Halloween chocolate bark, perfect for sharing or gifting at your spooky celebration!