Chocolate Orange Hazelnut Bark
Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich dark chocolate, zesty orange, and toasted hazelnuts with this easy-to-make Chocolate Orange Hazelnut Bark. Perfect for gifting or satisfying your sweet cravings, this decadent bark features the warm, nutty crunch of hazelnuts and bursts of citrus flavor from fresh orange zest and candied orange peel. A sprinkle of sea salt flakes adds the perfect savory balance to this elegant treat. Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal effort, this recipe is the ultimate no-bake dessert, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors in every bite. Great for holiday gatherings or everyday indulgence, this chocolate bark recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves gourmet-inspired treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 100 grams hazelnuts
- 1 large orange orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt flakes
- 50 grams candied orange peel
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Roughly chop the hazelnuts and toast them in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Using a vegetable peeler or microplane, zest the orange and set the zest aside.
Chop the dark chocolate into small, even pieces and melt it in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method). Stir occasionally until smooth and fully melted. Alternatively, melt the chocolate in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring between each interval to avoid burning.
Once the chocolate is melted, stir in half of the toasted hazelnuts, half of the orange zest, and half of the candied orange peel to ensure even distribution.
Pour the melted chocolate mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly with a spatula to your desired thickness (approximately 3-5mm).
Sprinkle the remaining toasted hazelnuts, orange zest, and candied orange peel over the surface of the chocolate. Finish with a light scattering of sea salt flakes for balance.
Allow the bark to set completely at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or place it in the refrigerator for faster cooling (around 20-30 minutes).
Once the chocolate has hardened, break it into irregular pieces using your hands or a knife.
Store the Chocolate Orange Hazelnut Bark in an airtight container at a cool room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.7 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.1 g | 385% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1035 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.6 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.0 g | 168% | |
| Total Sugars | 115.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.0 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 41.1 mg | 228% | |
| Potassium | 2233 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
