chili chocolate bark treat (Printer View)

Dark chocolate and chili blend for a spicy-sweet bark, ideal for snacking or gifting to friends.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 340 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips

→ Flavor

02 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
03 - 0.5 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

→ Toppings

04 - 70 grams roasted almonds, coarsely chopped
05 - 70 grams dried cherries, roughly chopped

# Method Steps:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring the surface is flat and wrinkle-free.
02 - Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of gently simmering water. Stir until smooth and fully melted.
03 - Remove melted chocolate from heat. Immediately stir in ground cinnamon and cayenne pepper until evenly distributed.
04 - Pour spiced chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading evenly into a thin layer approximately 0.5 centimeters thick.
05 - Scatter roasted almonds and dried cherries evenly over the chocolate, gently pressing to ensure adhesion.
06 - Allow bark to set at room temperature for 1 hour or refrigerate for 20 minutes until firm. Break or slice into desired serving pieces.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • uses just five ingredients you likely have at home
  • ready in under thirty minutes
  • customizable with your favorite nuts or fruits
  • a perfect blend of sweet and mild heat
02 -
  • naturally gluten free perfect for sharing
  • stores for two weeks at room temperature
  • crowd-pleasing gift or party treat
03 -
  • Let your chocolate bark cool away from the stove or oven so it stays shiny and crisp
  • Always use clean dry utensils to avoid grainy texture
  • Do not skip tempering. Melt two thirds of your chocolate first then add unmelted pieces and stir until smooth for snappy texture
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