Ruby Chocolate Bark with Nuts and Dried Fruits Recipe
This Ruby Chocolate Bark recipe is a delightful and visually stunning treat featuring smooth melted ruby chocolate topped with a crunchy mix of chopped nuts, dried fruits, and colorful sprinkles. Easy to prepare and perfect for gifting or snacking, this no-bake chocolate bark sets quickly and offers a unique and fruity twist on classic chocolate bark.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate
- 8 ounces ruby chocolate (or white chocolate, tinted with food coloring)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup nuts (such as almonds, pistachios, or hazelnuts, chopped)
- 1/2 cup dried fruits (such as cranberries, raspberries, or apricots, chopped)
- 1/4 cup sprinkles (optional)
- Sea salt (for sprinkling, optional)
Instructions
- Chop Chocolate: Finely chop the ruby chocolate to ensure even melting and smooth consistency in the final bark.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl and melt it either in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth, or over a double boiler on simmering water, stirring until completely melted.
- Line Baking Sheet: Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Spread Chocolate: Pour the melted ruby chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and evenly spread it using a spatula into a layer approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- Sprinkle Toppings: While the chocolate is still warm and pliable, evenly sprinkle the chopped nuts, dried fruits, and sprinkles over the surface. Press them gently into the chocolate to help them adhere properly.
- Sprinkle Sea Salt: Optionally, add a light sprinkling of sea salt on top to enhance the flavor and contrast with the sweetness.
- Cool Chocolate: Let the bark cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes to allow it to fully set. For faster setting, you can place it in the refrigerator.
- Break into Pieces: Once fully set, break the chocolate bark into irregular pieces by hand or using a knife.
- Serve and Store: Serve the ruby chocolate bark as a delicious treat or package it as a gift. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Notes
- For even melting, finely chop the chocolate before melting.
- You can substitute ruby chocolate with white chocolate tinted with food coloring if ruby chocolate is unavailable.
- Use a variety of nuts and dried fruits to customize flavors and textures.
- Adding sea salt enhances the flavor contrast between sweet and savory.
- Store bark in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent melting.
- This recipe does not require baking and is suitable for quick preparation.
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