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Crunchy Chocolate Bark Recipe Easy Homemade with Tangy Freeze-Dried Strawberries

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A quick and easy chocolate bark featuring semi-sweet or dark chocolate combined with tangy freeze-dried strawberries and optional toasted nuts, finished with a sprinkle of sea salt flakes for a perfect sweet and salty crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or chopped bar
  • 1 cup (about 30 grams) freeze-dried strawberries, roughly crushed
  • ½ cup (60 grams) chopped almonds or hazelnuts, toasted (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt flakes
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Place freeze-dried strawberries and nuts in a zip-top bag and gently crush with a rolling pin or heavy pan until bite-sized pieces form. Set aside.
  3. Melt chocolate and coconut oil (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth and shiny. Alternatively, melt over a double boiler on low heat, stirring constantly.
  4. Pour melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly into about a ¼-inch thick layer.
  5. Immediately sprinkle crushed freeze-dried strawberries and toasted nuts evenly over the chocolate. Press down gently with a spatula to help them stick.
  6. Lightly scatter sea salt flakes over the top.
  7. Refrigerate the baking sheet for at least 30 minutes until the chocolate is firm and snaps when broken.
  8. Remove from fridge and break the bark into irregular chunks. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge.

Notes

Use quality chocolate for best flavor. Avoid overheating chocolate to prevent burning. Press toppings gently to help them stick and maintain crunch. Chill thoroughly to ensure easy breaking. Coconut oil is optional but helps with shine and smooth melting. Sea salt flakes enhance flavor contrast. For nut-free version, omit nuts or substitute with seeds.

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