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dark chocolate & sea salt bark

dark chocolate & sea salt bark

👨‍🍳 Chefy Tip: Use a bench scraper to spread the chocolate. One smooth pass, not multiple strokes. Sprinkle sea salt immediately after spreading — the salt anchors before the chocolate hardens.

Serves
6
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget-Friendly
Calories
180
Carbs
15g
Protein
3g
Fat
12g

Flavor Profile

🍫 Deep and bittersweet from high-quality dark chocolate
🧂 A sharp, savory contrast from flaky sea salt
🍬 Naturally sweet with a smooth, velvety finish
🌰 Crunchy and nutty from optional chopped almonds or pistachios

Ingredients

🍫 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), chopped
🧂 1 tsp flaky sea salt
🍁 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
🌰 1/4 cup chopped almonds or pistachios (optional)

Instructions

01

Melt chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

02

Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in an even layer. Sprinkle with sea salt, drizzle with maple syrup if using, and scatter nuts if desired.

03

Cool at room temperature for 1 hour or refrigerate until fully set. Break into pieces and serve.

🧬 Food Science

Dark chocolate has been celebrated for its rich flavor and health benefits, including being high in antioxidants and potentially improving heart health when consumed in moderation.

Pair It

🥂 A dark roast coffee or a shot of espresso cuts through the richness perfectly.
🍽️ Serve alongside fresh raspberries or sliced strawberries for a bright contrast.