Description
Delectable Roasted Hazelnut & Pistachio Dark Chocolate Bark beckons chocolate enthusiasts with its rich, nutty symphony of flavors. Crisp dark chocolate canvas adorned with toasted hazelnuts and pistachios promises a luxurious moment of indulgence you’ll savor completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Chocolate Ingredient:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
Nuts:
- ½ cup roasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
- ½ cup roasted pistachios, roughly chopped
Optional Add-ins:
- ¼ cup dried cranberries or dried cherries
- Sea salt flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Carefully toast the hazelnuts and pistachios in a preheated oven, ensuring an even golden-brown color and releasing their rich, nutty aromatics. Allow the nuts to cool completely before creating rustic, uneven chops to maximize texture contrast.
- Select high-quality dark chocolate and fragment it into small, uniform pieces. Utilize either a microwave with careful 20-second pulses or create a makeshift double boiler, gently coaxing the chocolate into a smooth, glossy liquid without introducing moisture.
- Prepare a flat surface with parchment paper, creating a smooth canvas for your chocolatey masterpiece. Methodically pour the molten chocolate, using a spatula to create an elegant, uniform layer approximately quarter-inch thick.
- Artfully distribute the roasted nut fragments across the chocolate’s surface, pressing them gently to ensure they nestle securely. Scatter dried cranberries for vibrant color and unexpected tartness, then delicately sprinkle sea salt flakes to elevate the flavor profile.
- Allow the chocolate to crystallize naturally at room temperature, which typically requires 1-2 hours. Alternatively, accelerate the setting process by placing the bark in the refrigerator for a shorter duration.
- Once completely hardened, fracture the chocolate into irregular, rustic pieces using hands or a sharp knife. Embrace the organic, uneven shapes that make each bark segment unique.
- Transfer the finished bark to an airtight container, preserving its crisp texture and intense flavors. When stored correctly, the bark will maintain its quality for approximately two weeks at room temperature or longer if refrigerated.
Notes
- Roasting nuts intensifies their natural flavors and creates a deeper, richer taste profile that elevates the entire chocolate bark experience.
- Always remove hazelnut skins by rubbing them in a clean kitchen towel after roasting to reduce bitterness and improve overall texture.
- Choose high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content for a more sophisticated and less sweet chocolate bark that complements the nutty flavors.
- Experiment with alternative nut combinations like almonds or pecans if pistachios and hazelnuts are unavailable, maintaining the same roasting technique for consistent results.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg