Pink Himalayan Salt Crusted Dark Chocolate Bark
A simple and elegant homemade treat featuring rich dark chocolate topped with crunchy pink Himalayan salt crystals, perfect for gifting or snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), chopped or in chips
- Coarse pink Himalayan salt crystals, generous pinch
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Nuts or seeds (optional, e.g., toasted almonds, pistachios, pumpkin seeds)
- Dried fruit (optional, e.g., chopped dried cherries or cranberries)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Chop 8 ounces (227 grams) of dark chocolate into small, even pieces and place in a heatproof bowl.
- Melt the chocolate over simmering water using a double boiler, stirring frequently until smooth, or microwave in 30-second intervals stirring between each until melted (5–7 minutes total).
- Stir in 1 tablespoon (14 grams) unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract until smooth and shiny.
- Pour the melted chocolate onto the lined baking sheet and spread evenly to about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thickness using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
- Quickly sprinkle a generous pinch of coarse pink Himalayan salt crystals evenly over the surface. Add nuts, seeds, or dried fruit if desired.
- Let the chocolate cool and harden at room temperature for about 1 hour, or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to speed up setting.
- Once set, lift the bark off the parchment and break into irregular shards by hand.
Notes
Use a double boiler to melt chocolate gently and avoid burning. Sprinkle salt and toppings immediately after spreading chocolate to ensure they stick. Store bark in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge. For dairy-free, omit butter or use plant-based alternative. Variations include adding nuts, dried fruit, spices, or drizzling white chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28 grams)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 2
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