Description
Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Nut Bars are the ultimate indulgent yet healthy snack. With a rich layer of dark chocolate enveloping a crunchy mix of nuts, these bars are elevated by a sprinkle of sea salt that balances sweetness and savoriness. Perfect for parties or as a delightful treat at home, they are easy to make and customize with your favorite ingredients. Once you try this recipe, you’ll be the star of every gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare your pan by lining an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate and coconut oil. Melt in 30-second intervals until smooth, stirring after each interval.
- Stir honey and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate until fully combined.
- Fold in mixed nuts until evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing it out evenly. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours or until set. Cut into squares or rectangles before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Toasting the nuts before mixing enhances their flavor. Feel free to substitute different types of nuts or add dried fruits for extra texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.