Chocolate bark

Chocolate bark is a type of candy that is made by combining chocolate with other ingredients such as nuts, dried fruit, or marshmallows. The candy can be made with any type of chocolate, but dark chocolate is typically used.

The history of chocolate bark recipes can be traced back to the early 1800s. The first known recipe for chocolate bark appeared in a French cookbook in 1820. The recipe called for chocolate to be melted and combined with almonds, pistachios, and dried orange peel. The mixture was then spread onto a sheet of marble and allowed to cool.

The popularity of chocolate bark recipes increased in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Cookbooks from this period contain numerous recipes for chocolate bark, including variations with different types of chocolate and different ingredients.

Advice

When making chocolate bark, it's important to start with good quality chocolate. Choose a high-quality chocolate with a good flavor and texture that will melt evenly. If making white chocolate bark, make sure to use real white chocolate and not white chips, as chips can be harder to melt and do not have the same flavor. Once you have your chocolate, melt it slowly. Use a double boiler or the microwave and stir frequently to ensure that the chocolate is evenly melted and will set properly. Add any desired toppings before the chocolate sets and spread it out on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Let the chocolate cool and harden before breaking it into pieces. Enjoy!

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Recipes

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
pistachio
cranberry
sugar
almond
white chocolate candy coating
orange zest
hazelnut
bittersweet chocolate
cacao nib
butter
tart cherry
coffee bean
white chocolate chip
cherry
dark chocolate
white chocolate
semi sweet chocolate chip
caramel sauce
espresso
chocolate candy coating
cayenne pepper
coconut
baking soda
saltine
honey
bittersweet
peppermint oil
andes mint
green
sweet chocolate chip
semisweet chocolate
cascadian farm vanilla puffs cereal
cascadian farm fruit spread
fruit
granola
raisin
chipotle chile powder
dark chocolate wafer
pink melting chocolate wafer
white melting chocolate wafer
lemon zest
jif crunchy
powdered sugar
smucker strawberry fruit spread
pumpkin pie spice
toffee
mulberry
cardamom
pomegranate seed
sweet
candied orange peel
chocolate chip
nut
cinnamon
vanilla extract
butter extract
white chocolate candy coating candy melt
peppermint extract
peppermint candy
pepita
ancho chile
vegetable oil
turbinado sugar
cacao bean
coconut flake
pretzel
dark chocolate chip

Insights

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 26%

Rarey Ingredients

  • salt 26%