Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of rich dark chocolate and crunchy nuts with these Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Nut Bars. Ideal for busy days or gatherings, this easy-to-make snack is both satisfying and guilt-free. With a delightful contrast of flavors and textures, they are sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews)
- 1 cup dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (plus extra for topping)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Stir in honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add mixed nuts and a sprinkle of sea salt, ensuring all nuts are coated in chocolate.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly and pressing down gently.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until set but still soft.
- Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg