Description
Romantic Chocolate Bark celebrates love with rich Belgian chocolate and sweet crimson berries. Delicate swirls and passionate red accents make this dessert perfect for sharing intimate moments with someone special.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 oz dark chocolate chips
- 8 oz white chocolate chips
- 4 oz milk chocolate chips
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup crushed pink/red candy hearts
- 1/4 cup red and pink sprinkles
- 2 tbsp crushed pistachios
Decorative Elements:
- 2 tbsp edible glitter
- 1 tbsp dried rose petals
- 1 tsp sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage with a smooth, flat surface.
- Melt dark chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave, stirring occasionally until smooth and glossy at 110°F.
- Pour melted dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading evenly with a spatula to create a uniform layer approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- Chill the dark chocolate layer in the refrigerator for 10 minutes until partially set but not completely hardened.
- Melt white chocolate chips using the same method as dark chocolate, maintaining a temperature around 105°F.
- Drizzle and swirl melted white chocolate over the dark chocolate base, creating artistic patterns with a knife or skewer.
- Sprinkle crushed pink and red candy hearts across the surface for festive texture and color contrast.
- Scatter red and pink sprinkles evenly, ensuring consistent coverage.
- Gently distribute crushed pistachios for a nutty crunch and visual interest.
- Dust edible glitter sparingly to add a romantic, shimmering effect.
- Delicately sprinkle dried rose petals for an elegant, aromatic touch.
- Finish with a light dusting of sea salt flakes to enhance chocolate’s richness.
- Refrigerate the bark for 20 minutes until completely solidified.
- Remove from refrigerator and break into irregular, rustic pieces using hands or a sharp knife.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool place for up to one week.
Notes
- Customize chocolate bark by swapping dark chocolate with milk or white chocolate for different flavor profiles and sweetness levels.
- Create dairy-free version by using vegan chocolate chips and omitting white chocolate layer, maintaining the same decorative techniques.
- Experiment with alternative toppings like crushed almonds, dried cranberries, or edible flower petals for unique texture and visual appeal.
- Control chocolate melting temperature precisely to prevent seizing or burning, using a digital thermometer for consistent results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg