Description
Rich chocolate Fruit and Nut Bars bring Mediterranean sweetness to classic snacking adventures. Packed with wholesome ingredients and simple preparation, these bars offer delightful energy for chocolate enthusiasts seeking natural indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate (for melting and coating)
- 1/4 cup almonds (raw)
- 3 dried apricots
- 2 dried figs
Dried Fruits and Berries:
- 1/4 cup barberries (dried, or goji berries or soft cranberries)
Seeds:
- 1 tablespoon raw sunflower seeds
- 1 tablespoon raw pumpkin seeds
Instructions
- Finely dice almonds, apricots, and figs into uniform small pieces, creating a textured base mixture that ensures consistent flavor in every bite.
- Prepare a baking tray by lining it with parchment paper or select a silicone mold for precise bar shaping.
- Thoroughly blend chopped nuts, dried fruits, and seeds in a mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of ingredients for balanced taste.
- Compress the ingredient mixture firmly into the prepared tray, using a flat utensil to create a compact, dense layer with uniform thickness.
- Refrigerate the pressed mixture for 30 minutes at 0°C to solidify and facilitate clean cutting.
- Melt dark chocolate using a double boiler method, heating gently until smooth and glossy, stirring consistently to prevent burning.
- Remove chilled mixture from refrigerator and slice into rectangular bars of consistent size and shape.
- Generously drizzle or coat each bar with melted chocolate, allowing the chocolate to set completely at room temperature.
- Transfer chocolate-covered bars to an airtight container, storing in a cool, dry place or refrigerator to maintain texture and prevent melting.
Notes
- Customize texture by adjusting chopping techniques, from rough chunks to fine blends for different mouthfeel experiences.
- Try alternative nuts like pistachios or cashews to create unique flavor profiles that match personal taste preferences.
- Consider using sugar-free dark chocolate for low-carb diets or replacing chocolate with raw cacao for enhanced nutritional benefits.
- Keep bars fresh by wrapping individually in parchment paper and storing in cool, dry places to maintain optimal texture and prevent moisture absorption.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 169 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg