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Valentine's Day Chocolate Bark
Anne Newgent

Valentine's Day Chocolate Bark

A delicious, protein-packed chocolate bark that combines rich dark chocolate, crunchy nuts, and nutritious seeds, designed to fuel your active lifestyle while satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz high-quality dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa solids)
  • 2 scoops (approximately 50g) whey protein isolate (unflavored or vanilla)
  • 1/4 cup almond butter (unsweetened, creamy)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (melted)
  • 1/2 cup chopped mixed nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans)
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries (no added sugar)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt flakes
  • optional: peppermint extract or cayenne pepper

Method
 

  1. Prepare Your Surface: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the Chocolate: Break the dark chocolate into pieces and melt using a double boiler or microwave.
  3. Incorporate Protein and Fats: Stir in almond butter and melted coconut oil into the melted chocolate.
  4. Add Protein Powder: Gradually whisk in whey protein isolate until fully combined.
  5. Spread the Chocolate: Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into a thin layer.
  6. Add Toppings: Sprinkle nuts, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, and sea salt over the chocolate while it's still wet, pressing them in gently.
  7. Chill to Set: Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours until firm.
  8. Break and Serve: Remove from the refrigerator, lift off the parchment, and break the bark into pieces.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for extended freshness. Avoid humidity for best texture.