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Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark Recipe

9 February, 2015 by Giselle Rochford 27 Comments

Hey Friends! How’s it goin?

As you may know, this Saturday is Valentine’s Day. The day to celebrate love, romance, flowers and chocolate. I’m single so the first two are out for me and I’ve been boycotting flowers ever since I found out about my bee allergy the hard way (read: hospital visit on my first ever week in Canada back in first year). So all that’s left for me is chocolate. Luckily, I freaking love chocolate so I’m celebrating with this Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark recipe. 

Skip the store bought candies this year and celebrate Valentine's Day a little healthier with this simple, customizable Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark recipe @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

Retailers have been shoving red and pink everything down our throats since before the Christmas decorations even came down. Ever since I started eating better, and even more since I went dairy-free, I’ve had to cut most of the more popular candy bars out of my life. As a result, Valentine’s Day candies haven’t really been high on my list and I’m mostly immune to it now.

But, when I was in the grocery this weekend and saw all the Valentine’s Day displays, I randomly got bit by the Valentine’s Day bug. So, although I bypassed the displays, I started plotting in the check out line. And that’s how this Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark recipe was born. 

Skip the store bought candies this year and celebrate Valentine's Day a little healthier with this simple, customizable Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark recipe @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

This chocolate bark recipe was ridiculously easy. You melt some chocolate chips, spread it out on a lined baking sheet, top with your favourite toppings and let it harden. I will say that the chocolate dried a lot faster than I expected. I spent about 5 minutes hunting for the right bag of sprinkles after spreading out the chocolate and it had already hardened too much for any new toppings to stick. I had to spread some more melted chocolate on top before adding the sprinkles. So work quickly!

Skip the store bought candies this year and celebrate Valentine's Day a little healthier with this simple, customizable Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark recipe @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

 I went with three different toppings, but you can pretty much top with whatever you want. I did unsweetened shredded coconut and dried cranberries, pecans and dried goji berries and I topped the remaining chocolate bark with red, white and pink heart shaped sprinkles that I picked up all the way in the beginning of January. Clearly I’m not as immune to the Valentine’s Day hype as I thought.

Anyway, this Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark recipe is customizable, easy to follow and the result is a great alternative to all the store bought candies that you’ll see on display this week. Do yourself (your health and your wallet) a favour and make it ASAP.

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Skip the store bought candies this year and celebrate Valentine's Day a little healthier with this simple, customizable Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark recipe @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark Recipe
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
45 mins
Total time
55 mins
 
Skip the store bought candies this year and celebrate Valentine's Day a little healthier with this simple, customizable Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark recipe.
Author: GiselleR @ Diary of an ExSloth
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • 2 cups dairy-free semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp dried cranberries
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 tbsp pecan pieces
  • 1 tbsp dried goji berries
  • 2 tbsp heart shaped (or other) sprinkles
Instructions
  1. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside
  2. Place chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute then stir
  3. Continue to microwave chocolate for 25 second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted
  4. Pour melted chocolate onto baking sheet and spread into an even layer using a rubber spatula
  5. Top with desired toppings and allow to cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes
  6. Cover with foil or cling wrap and refrigerate until the chocolate has set (about 30 minutes)
  7. Cut bark into pieces using a sharp knife or pizza cutter
  8. Store in refrigerator in an air tight container for up to 4 days
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Skip the store bought candies this year and celebrate Valentine's Day a little healthier with this simple, customizable Dairy-Free Chocolate Bark recipe @ExSloth | ExSloth.comWhat about you?

Are you a Valentine’s Day chocolates lover? What’s your favourite? Have you ever made chocolate bark? What’s your favourite chocolate bark recipe?

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Comments

  1. Courtney Bentley says

    9 February, 2015 at 12:18 am

    Yum this looks incredible and perfect for this upcoming weekend of LOVE <3 Thanks for sharing xo C
    Courtney Bentley recently posted…Ballet Barre Inspired Workout

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    • Giselle Rochford says

      9 February, 2015 at 9:55 am

      You’re welcome Courtney! Let me know what you think if you try it 😀

      Reply
  2. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    9 February, 2015 at 6:33 am

    yum! looks delicious!! i really love white chocolate…
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    Reply
    • Giselle Rochford says

      15 February, 2015 at 9:58 am

      I’ve never been a while chocolate fan, and even more now that I’m dairy free but I think white chocolate bark looks soooo pretty!

      Reply
  3. Erin @ The Almond Eater says

    9 February, 2015 at 8:47 am

    I’m all about chocolate bark–it’s too easy NOT to make!
    Erin @ The Almond Eater recently posted…Flourless Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Reply
  4. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner says

    9 February, 2015 at 9:40 am

    Yummy! Who doesn’t love a good chocolate bark! Thanks for linking up with us again today for Meatless Monday!
    Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner recently posted…Tempeh Rice Noodle & Edamame Salad-Meatless Monday

    Reply
    • Giselle Rochford says

      15 February, 2015 at 10:01 am

      Thanks for hosting Deborah!

      Reply
  5. Betsy says

    9 February, 2015 at 10:38 am

    That looks great! I love that it is dairy free as well as I have been trying to cut out dairy also.
    Betsy recently posted…The Color Run Shine Tour Giveaway!

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  6. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    9 February, 2015 at 10:53 am

    I need to make my own bark!
    Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine recently posted…Strawberry Mocha Granola

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  7. Sarah says

    9 February, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    Love chocolate bark and it was a favorite over the holidays, and all the time! So simple, easy, delicious, and much healthier than boxed chocolates! Love the addition of heart sprinkles for Valentine’s!
    Sarah recently posted…Chocolate Cherry & Cherry Mocha Energy Bars

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  8. Tina Muir says

    9 February, 2015 at 4:19 pm

    Yummmmyy! Love this recipe lady! Yum! What a great combination of sweet and tart! Thanks for joining us for meatless monday, and giving us a great valentines day option! Love it!
    Tina Muir recently posted…Meatless Monday- English Style Jacket Potatoes with Soy Sausages and Baked Beans

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  9. Jennifer @ Running on Lentils says

    9 February, 2015 at 5:43 pm

    Great idea for Valentine’s Day! My favorite dairy-free choco chips are from Trader Joe’s. I eat them out of the bag as a snack, so I’m sure I’ll love this!
    Jennifer @ Running on Lentils recently posted…Soft, Doughy, Best-Ever Pretzel Bites

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  10. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

    9 February, 2015 at 6:21 pm

    I’m an every day chocolate lover — no special holidays needed :mrgreen: And is it weird that I’ve never made my own chocolate bark before? Or my own chocolate nut butter cups? I feel like I’m missing out…
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  11. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says

    9 February, 2015 at 9:40 pm

    Chocolate, nuts & cranberries are my favorite! This is like making my own candy bar and so easy too. Love it!!!
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  12. Carly @ Fine Fit Day says

    9 February, 2015 at 11:28 pm

    I LOVE chocolate bark, but I’ve never thought of making it homemade before. YUM!!
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    • Giselle Rochford says

      10 February, 2015 at 9:26 am

      Do it! So easy & so good! Plus, you can get the kids involved 🙂

      Reply
  13. International Elf Service says

    10 February, 2015 at 4:19 pm

    Yum yum – these toppings look really pretty as well as tasting good I bet! We always make our own with crushed candy canes and I’ve never thought to try other things before. The kids would LOVE to sprinkle hearts all over as a Valentine’s treat 🙂
    International Elf Service recently posted…Asian Spinach

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  14. Kim@The Baking ChocolaTess says

    10 February, 2015 at 7:02 pm

    These are too pretty to eat, but I’ll sure give it a shot! Visiting from Tasty Tuesday! 😉
    Kim@The Baking ChocolaTess recently posted…‘Pink Velvet’ Lofthouse Cookies {CopyCat Recipe}

    Reply
  15. jenny says

    11 February, 2015 at 8:39 am

    This looks absolutely delicious. Love the styling too. Great free from recipe. #tastytuesdays #recipeoftheweek
    jenny recently posted…Valentine’s Day Chocolate Hearts Cake Recipe

    Reply
  16. Cassidy @ Cassidy's Craveable Creations says

    12 February, 2015 at 9:54 pm

    This looks delicious AND easy! Thanks for sharing it at Gluten Free Wednesdays 🙂

    -Cassidy
    Cassidy @ Cassidy’s Craveable Creations recently posted…Gluten Free Wednesdays – Crack Dip & More!

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  17. HonestMum says

    14 February, 2015 at 10:21 am

    Gorgeous post. I’ve pinned. Thanks for linking up to #tastytuesdays, please do add my badge or follow back as per the linky rules. Thanks http://www.honestmum.com
    HonestMum recently posted…Valentine’s Day Gluten-Free Chocolate Cupcakes

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    • Giselle Rochford says

      14 February, 2015 at 11:56 am

      Hi Vicki!
      I do have a link back to your site, didn’t realise I needed to include a badge as well.
      Thanks for clarifying, and for hosting! 🙂

      Reply
  18. Marla says

    14 February, 2015 at 11:54 am

    HI GISELLA,
    GREAT AND HEALTHY IDEA TO MAKE YOU OWN CHOCOLATE CANDY. I LOVE THE IDEA OF PUTTING THE COCONUT, DATES, PECANS, & GOJI BERRIES ON. THANKS FOR SHARING ON REAL FOOD FRIDAYS. PINNED & TWITTED. HAVE A HEALTHY HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!
    Marla recently posted…Real Food Friday #75 – Living The Healthy Good Life

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  19. Ciara (My Fussy Eater) says

    16 February, 2015 at 4:49 am

    This looks so good. I do love chocolate bark! #tastytuesdays
    Ciara (My Fussy Eater) recently posted…Chicken, Coconut & Tomato Curry

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  20. Bella Hardy says

    9 May, 2018 at 10:06 am

    Absolutely love your creative idea with dairy-free chocolate bark! Never seen something like this! Definitely i will try to make it too! Thx for sharing Giselle!

    Reply

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