Cranberry Orange Bark with Almonds
- 12 ounces high quality dark or semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 1 teaspoon orange essence
- 1/2 cup raw almonds, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, coarsely chopped
2. Stir in orange essence until oil combines with chocolate (~1minute)
3. Pour chocolate onto baking sheet lined with silicone mat or waxed paper
4. Sprinkle almonds and cranberries evenly over the surface, and lightly press into chocolate with palms
5. Place in refrigerator until very firm, at least 1 hour
6. Break into various sized pieces and package for gifts or enjoy with friends
Peppermint Bark
- 6 ounces high quality dark or semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 6 ounces high quality white chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 4 candy canes
2. Melt dark chocolate in double boiler*
3. Pour chocolate onto baking sheet lined with silicone mat or waxed paper, and place in refrigerator for 1 hour
4. Melt white chocolate in double boiler*
5. Gently spread on top of dark chocolate, you will likely get a little marbling (just embrace it)
7. Return to refrigerator for at least 1 hour
8. Break into various sized pieces and package for gifts or enjoy with friends
*To make a double boiler: find a heatproof bowl that will sit atop one of your saucepans. Pour 1 1/2 inches of water in the bottom of the saucepan and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Place bowl on top, ensuring that the bottom does not touch the water.
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