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Dark Chocolate Nut Bars with Sea Salt

Dark Chocolate Nut Bars with Sea Salt
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These Dark Chocolate Nut Bars with Sea Salt offer the perfect blend of rich, velvety dark chocolate and crunchy mixed nuts, enhanced with a sprinkle of sea salt. This wholesome and satisfying snack is simple to make, nutritious, and customizable, ideal for a quick energy boost or a delightful treat anytime.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 200g Dark Chocolate (70% cacao or higher)
  • 1 cup Mixed Nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews, pecans), coarsely chopped
  • 2 tbsp Raw Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1 tsp Coconut Oil
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Sea Salt Flakes, to taste

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 tbsp Chia Seeds
  • 1 tbsp Flax Seeds
  • ¼ cup Dried Cranberries

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Nuts: Coarsely chop your mixed nuts to your preferred size and lightly toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and golden to enhance flavor and crunch.
  2. Melt the Chocolate Base: In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, gently melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil together until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract and honey or maple syrup until fully combined to create a velvety, glossy chocolate coating.
  3. Combine and Mix: Remove the melted chocolate mixture from heat and immediately fold in the toasted nuts and any optional add-ins. Mix thoroughly so every nut cluster is well coated.
  4. Spread and Salt: Pour the mixture into a parchment-lined square pan, spreading evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle a generous pinch of sea salt flakes on top while the chocolate is still warm to enhance flavor.
  5. Chill and Set: Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are firm and set. Once chilled, lift the block using the parchment paper and cut into desired bar sizes. Serve immediately or store for later.

Notes

  • Choose quality dark chocolate for intense flavor and health benefits.
  • Don’t skip toasting nuts; it improves taste and adds crunch.
  • Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting.
  • Adjust sea salt flakes according to your salty-sweet preference.
  • Ensure bars chill properly to avoid crumbling or melting when cut.

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Keywords: dark chocolate nut bars, sea salt chocolate bars, healthy chocolate snack, no bake chocolate bars, gluten free snack, vegan chocolate bars

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