Sesame Free Classic Chocolate Bark
Rich dark chocolate meets creamy white chocolate swirls in this stunning confection that looks like it came straight from a high-end candy shop — but comes together entirely in your own kitchen. The tempering process, where you melt most of the chocolate and then stir in reserved chopped pieces to bring the temperature down, is the secret behind that satisfying snap and glossy sheen you'd expect from a professional chocolatier. Roasted almonds and pistachios add crunch and a buttery depth, while dried cranberries bring a pop of tart sweetness that cuts right through the richness. A final scatter of flaky sea salt ties everything together and makes each piece genuinely hard to put down. Store-bought chocolate bark and trail mix-style treats can be surprisingly tricky territory, with sesame seeds hiding in coatings, toppings, or shared production lines — here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. The marbled finish makes this bark as beautiful to gift as it is to eat, and breaking it into jagged, irregular pieces is honestly one of the most satisfying parts of the whole process.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
12 servings
- 12 oz dark chocolate (60–70% cacao), finely chopped
- 4 oz white chocolate, finely chopped
- ½ cup roasted salted almonds, roughly chopped
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup roasted pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Divide the chopped dark chocolate into two portions: set aside about one-quarter (3 oz) in a separate small bowl, and place the remaining three-quarters (9 oz) in a heatproof bowl.
- 2
Set the heatproof bowl with the 9 oz of dark chocolate over a saucepan of barely simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Stir frequently until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth, and registers 115–120°F (46–49°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!