I created this Chocolate Almond Bark Recipe post as part of a sponsored series with Socialstars and SPLENDA® Brand; all opinions are my own
My chocolate almond bark recipe with SPLENDA® Naturals Stevia Sweetener is a smart way to enjoy holiday baking without putting calories. I put a twist on the recipe by adding pistachio nuts, one of my favorites that I don’t often see in chocolate recipes which is a shame! You can opt for dark chocolate to make the bark even healthier, just keep in-mind that the taste will be especially rich (something that I personally love). The dried cranberries give a nice texture and top off the taste. Similar to nuts are a healthy option when it comes to a dessert or snack. The sea salt balances out the sweetness.
I’ve made a number of Splenda Stevia desserts and other recipes posted on my site and I am always impressed with the taste. It’s been a great way for my husband to replace high sugar dishes and even drinks. He really needs to keep an eye on his sugar, and the entire family has been enjoying the meals as there’s no compromise on taste. The no-calorie natural sweetener is my favorite as far as its taste, and I’m a big backer of it having no added flavors or colors and no preservatives. To boot it has only non-GMO ingredient. Baking up holiday treats is an annual tradition in our home, something that goes back generations as my husband’s grandfather was a baker many years ago in New York City. The kids are home from school and cousins are visiting so our days are filled with board games, crafts and baking. I like going old-school for the holidays and keeping the tablets and phones to a minimum, although a sappy holiday movie or two always seem to find their way in, too.
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Ingredients
- 20-24 sachets SPLENDA® Naturals Stevia Sweetener
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher sea salt add more according to your liking
- 2 packages (4 oz each) unsweetened chocolate chips or bars
- ¾ cup mixed nuts (pistachio, pecan, almond, cashew)
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- Optional dried coconut flakes
Instructions
- Melt the chocolates in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water
- Stir in the SPLENDA® Naturals Stevia Sweetener, salt and keep stirring until the chocolate melts and the Splenda Stevia fully dissolves
- Cover the bottom of the 12-by-9-inch rectangle with the baking sheet
- Pour the melted chocolate over a rectangular pan
- Sprinkle with chopped mixed nuts and cranberries
- Set aside for 2 hours or until it forms a firm bark
- Cut or break the bark into pieces
- Store airtight in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle
Yummy, yummy! There’s nothing I love more than chocolate and nuts. It’s the most delicious, classic combination ever. I can’t wait to make this.
Jeanette
You made a picture look absolutely tantalizing! I want to take that right off of this Post and eat it! What a great mix.
Chloe
This is one the whole family won’t be able to keep their hands off! Looks so yummy!
Amanda Seghetti
This sounds so good! It’s bound to be a hit at the holiday party.
Ricci
Now this almond bark looks AMAZING!! I need to make this for my family Christmas party this year!!
Claudia Krusch
This sounds so good! It will be great at our holiday open house!!!
Shannon Graham
This is the most beautiful bark I’ve ever seen. Great color mixture!
Beeb Ashcroft (@BeebAshcroft)
This is super easy! I didn’t realize how easy it was to make.
Emily, Our house now a home
Yum! I am not the best cook but I feel like this is simple enough for even me to make!
OurFamilyWorld
This looks and sounds yummy. I need to make a few batches because I’m sure this will go fast.
alalisainfo
This is not only bark… it’s total art! Yours is so classy and neat unlike others I have seen over the years.
My Teen Guide
It looks like it’s easy to make! I will make sure to have this on Christmas eve!
Jennifer L Johnson
I need to try making bark!! This sounds so good, I love all the different nuts that are in the bark.
Ann Bacciaglia
This recipe looks so delicious and easy to make. I will have to get the ingredients I need to make this for the Holidays.
Terri Ramsey Beavers
I know my grand kids are going to thank you for sharing this recipe. It looks so delicious and I’m excited to try it.
Kathy
That looks amazing! I just made bark, but this one looks really good. I can’t wait to give this one a try too!
uprunforlife
This bark sounds amazing. I haven’t had almond bark in forever. We used to make it when I was growing up.
adriana
Chocolate and almonds together are SO good! Such a great combo – I love this idea! I’ll definitely have to try making this!
kendall
This looks delicious! I love bark recipes, so I’ll definitely be trying this out! What a great combo of ingredients, yum!
Dawn Gibson-Thigpen
i lovvve xmas bark. i also like that you added coconut. its my fav
Heather
That looks so good! I love the green pistachios too! What a fun looking bark! Very Christmasy and chalked full of yumminess!
Gabriel Bregg
I’ve never tried making this but I think it might be time to. This looks tasty.
Shaney Maharaj (youbabyandi)
OH YUM, this looks so good! I’ve never attempted making something like this before but after reading this post, I might just try it tomorrow!
Marielle Altenor
Oh wow! All that delicious dark chocolate nuts is making my mouth water.