Dark Chocolate Fruit Nut Bark (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolate Base

01 - 300 grams dark chocolate (at least 66% cocoa), broken into pieces

→ Toppings

02 - 40 grams pistachios, roughly chopped
03 - 40 grams almonds, roughly chopped
04 - 30 grams dried apricots, diced
05 - 30 grams dried cranberries
06 - 20 grams unsweetened coconut flakes
07 - 1.5 grams flaky sea salt

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and assemble all toppings for quick access.
02 - Place the dark chocolate pieces in a heatproof bowl. Microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth.
03 - Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared parchment-lined tray. Use an offset spatula to spread into an even layer, approximately 7 mm thick.
04 - Scatter chopped pistachios, almonds, dried apricots, dried cranberries, and coconut flakes evenly over the melted chocolate. Gently press toppings into the surface.
05 - Evenly sprinkle flaky sea salt over the chocolate and toppings.
06 - Leave chocolate undisturbed at room temperature for approximately 2 hours, or until fully set and hardened.
07 - Once firm, break the chocolate bark into irregular pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - Ensure chocolate is fully set before breaking to achieve clean pieces and avoid crumbling.
02 - Refrigerating untempered chocolate may cause surface blooming, affecting appearance but not taste.