Chocolate Cherry Bark Recipe

July 12, 2023 Post a Comment

Description

Chocolate cherry bark is a delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion. This easy to make recipe takes only minutes to prepare and is sure to be a hit. It's made with semi-sweet chocolate, dried cherries, and a few other simple ingredients. It's the perfect sweet treat to satisfy any sweet tooth. This recipe is also vegan-friendly and gluten-free, making it a great option for everyone to enjoy.

This bark is great for gifts, parties, or just as an indulgent treat for yourself. The combination of the semi-sweet chocolate and the dried cherries is a perfect combination of sweet and tart. The addition of the almonds adds a nice crunch and gives the bark a bit of texture. The chocolate cherry bark is a great treat to make when you want something sweet but don't want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen.

Ingredients

For this recipe you will need:

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup toasted almonds
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

To begin, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. In a medium-sized bowl, add the chocolate chips and place the bowl over a pot of simmering water. Stir the chocolate chips until they are completely melted. Once the chocolate chips are melted, remove the bowl from the heat and stir in the dried cherries, almonds, vanilla extract, and sea salt.

Pour the mixture onto the parchment paper-lined baking sheet and spread the mixture into an even layer. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for one hour to allow the bark to set. Once the bark is set, remove it from the refrigerator and break it into pieces.

Notes

If you want to add a bit of extra sweetness to the bark, you can sprinkle it with a bit of powdered sugar before serving. You can also add other ingredients to the bark such as dried cranberries, coconut flakes, or any other dried fruit of your choice.

Nutrition

This recipe makes about 10 servings and each serving contains about 200 calories and 10 grams of fat. It also contains 12 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of protein, and 3 grams of fiber.

This bark is a great treat for those who are looking for something sweet but don’t want to overindulge. It’s also a great option for those who are vegan or gluten-free. Enjoy this delicious treat any time of day!