Valentine's Bark
A delightful homemade treat combining dark and white chocolate with crunchy mixed nuts and colorful sprinkles, perfect for sharing on Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz dark chocolate Can replace with dairy-free chocolate for a vegan option.
- 8 oz white chocolate Can replace with dairy-free white chocolate for a vegan option.
- 1 cup mixed nuts, chopped Can substitute with seeds for nut allergies.
- 1 cup colorful sprinkles Use gluten-free sprinkles if required.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and chop the mixed nuts if they are whole.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Melting Chocolate
- Place the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in short bursts of 30 seconds, stirring in between until smooth.
- Pour the melted dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
- In a separate bowl, melt the white chocolate using the same microwave method until smooth.
Assembly
- Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the dark chocolate.
- Use a toothpick to swirl the two types of melted chocolate together.
- While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle the mixed nuts and colorful sprinkles over the top.
- Press gently to ensure the toppings adhere.
Setting
- Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and allow the chocolate to harden for about 20 minutes.
- Once fully set, remove the bark from the refrigerator and break it into irregular pieces.
Notes
Store the bark in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, refrigerate in a sealed container. Freezing is also an option for up to three months.