Chocolate Bark with Nuts

Chocolate bark is a simple confection made by melting chocolate, spreading it thin, and topping it with nuts, dried fruit, or other mix-ins before it sets and is broken into irregular pieces. It typically features dark, milk, or white chocolate combined with ingredients like almonds, walnuts, pecans, or pistachios. While its origins are tied to traditional European chocolate-making, it has become a popular homemade treat and holiday gift in North America.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in fat and carbohydrates, with nuts providing a good source of protein, healthy fats, and minerals like magnesium and vitamin E. A typical 1-ounce (28g) serving of chocolate bark with nuts contains roughly 150-180 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	160 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	14 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	10 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg
Zinc	0.8 mg
Vitamin E	0.5 mg
Potassium	120 mg

Per 1 piece (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The name 'bark' comes from its appearance, resembling the rough texture of tree bark once broken into shards. Nutritionally, the combination of dark chocolate and nuts offers antioxidants and healthy fats, making it a more nutrient-dense treat than many other candies.