Vegan Dark Chocolate Bark with Nuts

Name: Vegan Dark Chocolate Bark with Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 oz vegan dark chocolate chips or bars (70%+ cacao), chopped if bar; 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans), roughly chopped; 1/4 cup dried cranberries (or dried cherries); 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas), toasted; 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt; 2 tsp refined coconut oil

Thin sheets of melted dark chocolate studded with toasted nuts, dried fruit, and flaky sea salt - a no-bake treat that stores beautifully and makes an impressive edible gift. Plan ahead: the bark needs at least 30 minutes to set at room temperature or 15 minutes in the fridge.

15 minEasyServes 12170 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz vegan dark chocolate chips or bars (70%+ cacao), chopped if bar
1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans), roughly chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries (or dried cherries)
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas), toasted
1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
2 tsp refined coconut oil

Instructions

1

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2

Melt 12 oz vegan dark chocolate chips or bars (70%+ cacao) with 2 tsp refined coconut oil in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of barely simmering water (double boiler), stirring until completely smooth, or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until melted.
3

Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared parchment and spread to an even layer about 1/4 inch thick using a spatula.
4

Scatter 1/2 cup roughly chopped mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans), 1/4 cup dried cranberries (or dried cherries), and 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas) evenly over the surface. Finish with a sprinkle of 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt.
5

Allow the bark to set at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 15 minutes until fully firm.
6

Break into irregular pieces and store in an airtight container at cool room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Vegan Dark Chocolate Bark with Nuts?

As written, 15 minutes: 15 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 5, 30 minutes. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is Vegan Dark Chocolate Bark with Nuts low-carb?

A serving of Vegan Dark Chocolate Bark with Nuts carries 18 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 90 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 18 percent.

Does Vegan Dark Chocolate Bark with Nuts contain tree nuts?

Yes: 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans), roughly chopped. The full allergen list for this entry is tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Vegan Dark Chocolate Bark with Nuts?

One serving (the recipe makes 12) is about 170 calories, with 5 g protein, 18 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 8 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I make Vegan Dark Chocolate Bark with Nuts ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Sugar keeps: store Vegan Dark Chocolate Bark with Nuts airtight at cool room temperature for one to two weeks, with parchment between layers. Humidity is the enemy, so the refrigerator is only for a warm kitchen.

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