Description
Delightful pistachio cranberry bark mingles sweet and tangy flavors with elegant simplicity. Chocolate lovers will savor this quick Mediterranean-inspired treat that combines rich dark chocolate, crunchy pistachios, and tart cranberries in one irresistible confection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) pistachios, shelled and roughly chopped
- 12 oz (340 g) white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 1/2 cup (75 g) dried cranberries
- 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Create a smooth, creamy base by gently melting white chocolate using a double boiler method, stirring consistently until a glossy, uniform texture develops at approximately 110°F.
- Prepare a clean baking surface by lining a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage and minimal wrinkles.
- Carefully pour the molten white chocolate onto the prepared surface, using a flexible spatula to distribute the chocolate into a thin, even rectangular layer approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- Quickly distribute chopped pistachios and vibrant dried cranberries across the chocolate’s surface, applying gentle pressure to ensure ingredients are embedded and will not fall off when hardened.
- Transfer the decorated chocolate sheet to the refrigerator, allowing it to solidify completely for approximately 90 minutes at 40°F, or until the surface appears matte and firm to the touch.
- Once fully set, fracture the chocolate bark into rustic, irregular fragments using clean hands or a sharp knife, creating visually appealing pieces with varying sizes and shapes.
- Present the pistachio cranberry bark at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture, storing any remaining pieces in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Choose high-quality white chocolate with a smooth, creamy texture for the best flavor and melt-ability.
- Use a spatula with a soft, flexible edge to spread chocolate evenly and prevent air bubbles or uneven coating.
- Toast pistachios lightly before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor and add a subtle roasted warmth to the bark.
- For dietary variations, swap white chocolate with dairy-free dark chocolate to create a vegan-friendly version of this delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 243
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 2.5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg