Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with this Healthy Dark Chocolate Raspberry Bark!

Loaded with heart-healthy almonds, antioxidant-rich freeze-dried raspberries and a sprinkle of sea salt for the perfect balance.

Did you know that dark chocolate is packed with flavonoids that can help support heart health? Opting for a good quality dark chocolate is always a better option than traditional milk or candy bars when you’re craving something sweet.

Try it out today!

Ingredients

  • 4 oz (113g) dark chocolate, roughly chopped (typically, 1 full bar – 70% or higher)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (8g) freeze-dried raspberries
  • 2 tbsp (14g) almonds, diced very finely
  • ¼ tsp coarse sea salt

Directions

  1. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
  2. Add the chocolate and vanilla extract to a microwave-safe bowl, and stir to combine. Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. Stir with a fork for at least 2 minutes. Microwave on HIGH for 20 seconds. Stir with a fork for at least 2 minutes. If there are still small bits of un-melted chocolate, continue to microwave on HIGH for 5 seconds at a time, stirring for at least 1 minute after each microwave interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  3. Immediately transfer the chocolate to the prepared baking sheet, and spread it into a thin layer about 1/16” thick with a spatula. Quickly sprinkle the remaining ingredients on top, and gently press them down into the melted chocolate with your hands. Let the chocolate cool and harden completely before breaking into small pieces.

Notes

  • Any freeze dried fruit or regular dried fruit may be substituted for the raspberries, and any nuts may be substituted for the almonds. I highly recommend using the salt though—it adds a wonderful flavor!

Recipe from Amy’s Healthy Baking.