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Valentine Bark: A Delicious Layered Chocolate Treat for Love Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 pieces
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Valentine Bark is a delightful layered chocolate treat perfect for celebrating love. This recipe combines smooth semi-sweet and white chocolates with crunchy pretzels, chewy mini marshmallows, festive heart-shaped sprinkles, colorful M&M’s, and a hint of sea salt for a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and crunchy textures. Easy to make, this no-bake dessert is ideal for gifting or sharing on Valentine’s Day.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Layers

  • 12 oz. white chocolate chips
  • 12 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips

Toppings

  • 1 cup crushed pretzels
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • ½ cup heart-shaped sprinkles
  • ½ cup red and pink M&M’s
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts (optional)
  • A pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to ensure easy removal of the bark after it sets.
  2. Melt the Semi-Sweet Chocolate: Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each session until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
  3. Spread the Semi-Sweet Chocolate Layer: Pour the melted semi-sweet chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and use a spatula to evenly spread it out into a thin layer covering the sheet.
  4. Chill the Base Layer: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes, or until the semi-sweet chocolate is firm and set.
  5. Melt the White Chocolate: In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips using the same 30-seconds interval method, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  6. Spread the White Chocolate Layer: Once the semi-sweet base is set, pour the melted white chocolate evenly over the top, spreading it carefully with a spatula to cover the entire layer.
  7. Add Toppings: Immediately sprinkle crushed pretzels, mini marshmallows, heart-shaped sprinkles, red and pink M&M’s, and optional chopped nuts evenly over the white chocolate layer. Press them gently to ensure they stick well.
  8. Sprinkle Sea Salt: Lightly sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the toppings to enhance the flavor profile with a subtle salty contrast.
  9. Final Chill: Return the baking sheet to the refrigerator for another 15 minutes, allowing all layers and toppings to fully firm up.
  10. Break into Pieces: Remove the fully set bark from the parchment paper and break it into bite-sized pieces or cut into squares for serving. Your Valentine Bark is ready to impress and delight!

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
  • Adjust toppings based on preference – nuts can be omitted or substituted.
  • Store the bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
  • For easier cutting, warm the knife slightly before slicing to prevent cracking.
  • This bark keeps well for up to 1 week refrigerated.

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