Dark Chocolate Pistachio Cranberry Bars
Rich, no-bake dark chocolate bars studded with crunchy pistachios and sweet-tart dried cranberries — an elegant treat perfect for gifting or snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 12 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 12 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chopped dark chocolate and coconut oil; heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
- Reserve 2 tablespoons each of pistachios and cranberries for topping, then stir the remaining pistachios and cranberries into the melted chocolate.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle reserved pistachios, cranberries, and sea salt over the top.
- Refrigerate for 1–2 hours or until set.
- Lift the chocolate slab from the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into bars or squares.
Notes
- For a festive look, use a mix of dried cherries and cranberries.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Use at least 70% cacao dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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