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Chocolate Bark with Pistachios and Sea Salt

December 19, 2017 By Patricia 68 Comments

Chocolate Bark with Pistachios and Sea Salt could not be easier to make, and helloooo sweet treat!  It’s tasty and a little addictive, and it makes a nice holiday gift, especially when packaged in a colorful tin.  

A holiday treat: Chocolate Bark with Pistachios and Sea Salt

Ready or not, the holidays are here! I’m good about getting the decorations and gifts ready with time to spare (well… pretty good), but there are always a few items I need at crunch time, including gifts and goodies. 

Gift idea: Chocolate Bark with Pistachios and Sea Salt

This chocolate bark takes care of both of those needs! If you find yourself in need of a gift for your neighbors or friends dropping by, get yourself to the store and pick up a few festive tins, some colored plastic wrap or waxed paper, and the rest of the ingredients to make this super-simple treat.

There’s no baking, no frosting, and no fuss when it comes to this goodie.

Holiday cheer: Chocolate Bark with Pistachios and Sea Salt

What could be better than chocolate, pistachios, and a touch of sea salt? This is seriously so easy to make that you might find yourself with several batches to give out — but don’t forget to keep some for yourself! 

For candy bark, the possibilities are endless! Check out some options below if you’re looking to expand a bit. If you’re considering one of the options below, I recommend using about 1/3 cup of the fruit or marshmallows.

Options:

  • Orange oil
  • Peppermint oil
  • Grated orange zest
  • Crushed peppermint candy to sprinkle over the top instead of sea salt
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Toasted cocoanut flakes
  • Dried fruit like cranberries, cherries, or blueberries
  • Almonds, pecans, cashews, pine nuts, or peanuts
  • Use white chocolate, or half white and half semisweet chocolate

Simple, quick and delicious. This is a gluten-free treat, too (just be sure to check the label of the chocolate you’re using or any of the other ingredients). Here’s to a happy holiday season!

Make a few batches of Chocolate Bark with Pistachios and Sea Salt to give out, and be sure to keep some for yourself!

Patricia Conte/Grab a Plate

Yields about 2 dozen pieces

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Ingredients

  • 1, 10-ounce bag of bittersweet chocolate chips or chocolate pieces, broken (I used Ghirardelli 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Chips, which are also gluten-free)
  • 1/3 cup of shelled pistachios, coarsely chopped
  • Sea salt to sprinkle over the top

Instructions

  1. Add aluminum foil to the bottom of a baking pan.
  2. Melt the chocolate in the microwave in 10-15 seconds-increments (or in a double boiler), stirring after each round, until melted.
  3. If you’re using dried fruit, add it at this point and stir it throughout the chocolate.
  4. Pour the chocolate mixture onto the baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula so it’s about 1/4-inch thick. Sprinkle the pistachios over the top. Allow the chocolate to sit for about 5 minutes and sprinkle with the sea salt.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate hardens. Once the chocolate is hard, remove from the refrigerator and gently lift it from the pan.
  6. Place on a cutting board and use either a knife or just your hands to break the chocolate into3-4-inch pieces. Store it in a tightly sealed container. You can keep it in the refrigerator for several weeks, or out of the refrigerator for about a week.
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Comments

  1. Sissy says

    December 20, 2011 at 11:30 am

    Yumo! Gotta indulge in chocolate at this time of the year.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 20, 2011 at 2:11 pm

      Oh you will soon!
      Reply
  2. Linda (Meal Planning Maven) says

    December 10, 2014 at 5:15 pm

    Your bark looks incredible Patricia...I want it all for myself!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 10, 2014 at 11:41 pm

      Thanks, Linda! I won't tell anyone if you don't share ;) Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  3. Cyndi @ My Kitchen Craze says

    December 10, 2014 at 7:21 pm

    Yumm, this bark looks delicious! And I love pistachios too.. :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 10, 2014 at 11:42 pm

      Thanks, Cyndi! I love pistachios, too! There's so much you could do with this recipe!
      Reply
  4. Del's cooking twist says

    December 11, 2014 at 11:37 am

    Wow, pistachio-sea salt and chocolate. The perfect trio! I'm lovin' it, Patricia :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 12, 2014 at 1:06 am

      Yes! Thanks for stopping by, Del!
      Reply
  5. Alisa @ Go Dairy Free says

    December 11, 2015 at 4:16 pm

    What a perfect combination! I love salted chocolate anything, but pistachios sound over the top. Pinned!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 5:27 pm

      Thanks so much, Alisa! These are so good AND super easy to make!
      Reply
  6. Florian @ContentednessCooking says

    December 11, 2015 at 4:22 pm

    So festive and delicious! Love that you use pistachios!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 5:27 pm

      Thanks, Florian! Love pistachios!
      Reply
  7. Sherri @ Watch Learn Eat says

    December 11, 2015 at 4:31 pm

    This looks amazing! I loooove pistachios and sea salt, and of course, CHOCOLATE! I think I'm drooling, gotta go...
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 5:26 pm

      Haha! Thanks, Sherri! I know - I'm with you!
      Reply
  8. Marlynn @ UrbanBlissLife says

    December 11, 2015 at 4:48 pm

    My husband would love this - he loves pistachios! I love how festive it looks too, and the contrast of colors with the chocolate, pistachio, and sea salt. These would be great to give boxed up as gifts!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 5:26 pm

      Thank you, Marlynn! I love those pistachios, too. Great for giving!
      Reply
  9. Jillian says

    December 11, 2015 at 4:49 pm

    Sounds like a fantastic recipe! My dad would love this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 5:26 pm

      Nice to hear! Hope you try it out as a gift! :)
      Reply
  10. Gerry @ Foodness Gracious says

    December 11, 2015 at 4:52 pm

    Fantastic! And I love the crazy green color of the pistachios!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 5:25 pm

      Thanks! I looooove those pistachios...and chocolate!
      Reply
  11. January says

    December 11, 2015 at 5:44 pm

    This looks amazing and super easy! I think I found my neighborhood Christmas gift this year!!!! January http://www.thebouncyponytail.com/
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 6:10 pm

      Thanks so much, January! I bet you'll be popular this season :)
      Reply
  12. Rachel @ My Urban Oven says

    December 11, 2015 at 5:56 pm

    This looks like the perfect recipe for my mom. She loves Pistachios! I am allergic (but only found out after I had a love for them but started to getting a tight throat), but used to love them too. I will have to make this for her this Christmas. Simple and delicious
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 6:11 pm

      Thanks, Rachel. I'm so sorry you can't enjoy this recipe, but maybe you could use another nut? Or dried fruit like cranberries? Merry Christmas!
      Reply
  13. Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says

    December 11, 2015 at 6:32 pm

    I do happen to have an empty Christmas tin on the counter, so this is going in it! Thank you!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 10:26 pm

      Excellent! The make great giveaways! Don't forget some extra to keep :)
      Reply
  14. Marie says

    December 11, 2015 at 7:39 pm

    Omgosh, this looks so good! Definitely going to munch on some of this Christmas Eve!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 10:24 pm

      Hi Marie - thanks so much! Oh good! Hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  15. Tara says

    December 11, 2015 at 8:03 pm

    I pinned this earlier today and I can't wait to make them! They seem really easy, with is a good thing this time of year. Your photos are lovely too.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 10:24 pm

      Thanks so much, Tara! Yes! The "easy" part is essential this time of year :)
      Reply
  16. Lyndsay says

    December 11, 2015 at 8:21 pm

    Yummers I absolutely love pistachios, especially with Chocolate. This recipe is perfect for the holidays. Thanks for sharing.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 10:23 pm

      Hi Lyndsay! Thanks so much!
      Reply
  17. Helen @ family-friends-food.com says

    December 11, 2015 at 8:39 pm

    It looks so pretty and it sounds delicious too. Fabulous!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 10:22 pm

      Thanks so much, Helen!
      Reply
  18. Lauren says

    December 11, 2015 at 8:42 pm

    For some reason this reminds me of the grinch hahaha! It must be the green pistachios :) I make a quick chocolate bark frequently so I'll have to try this next time!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 10:22 pm

      Haha! That's funny (and now that's what I'll see)! Hope you give it a try and enjoy!
      Reply
  19. brita says

    December 11, 2015 at 9:46 pm

    This would be such a great treat to make as simple holiday gifts. The thought of it with orange like you recommended sounds amazing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 10:22 pm

      Thanks, Brita! I need to put that orange into play, too!
      Reply
  20. Jerry says

    December 11, 2015 at 10:03 pm

    Simple, colorful, and I'm sure it's completely addictive. Will have to out this on my to-do list for this year.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 11, 2015 at 10:21 pm

      Thanks, Jerry! So good!
      Reply
  21. Sarah says

    December 12, 2015 at 1:56 am

    You really can't beat chocolate and pistachios! What an easy and delicious treat to make for family and friends! Can't wait to make a batch!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 12, 2015 at 4:59 am

      Hi Sarah! Thanks so much! I love how easy this is to make...well...and how good it is, too :)
      Reply
  22. Bree Hogan says

    December 12, 2015 at 3:08 am

    Your photos are amazing, it feels like the chocolate is jumping from the page, and that pop of green with the pistachios - wow! I'm drooling over my keyboard right now. Thanks for sharing :-)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 12, 2015 at 4:58 am

      Hi Bree - so nice of you to say!! I hope you try this recipe - it's so easy to put together :)
      Reply
  23. Ashleigh says

    December 12, 2015 at 5:34 am

    This is such a wonderful bark recipe, thank you for sharing! I can't wait to try it!! I know what I'm making this weekend!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 13, 2015 at 11:50 pm

      Thank you, Ashleigh! I hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  24. Cyndi - My Kitchen Craze says

    December 12, 2015 at 5:40 am

    This bark looks perfect! I love those pistachios on there too. Gonna make this soon. ;)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 13, 2015 at 11:50 pm

      Thanks, Cyndi! I hope you do - I think you'll love it!
      Reply
  25. Karen @ The Food Charlatan says

    December 12, 2015 at 7:17 am

    It's like deconstructed chocolate covered nuts! This is such a beautiful bark!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 13, 2015 at 11:50 pm

      Thank you, Karen! Such a fun treat that's easy to make -- bonus! :)
      Reply
  26. Revathi says

    December 12, 2015 at 12:43 pm

    Looks like a simple and brilliant way to enjoy my favorite ingredients of chocolate and pista :-)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 13, 2015 at 11:48 pm

      Yes, Revathi! Plus it's so easy to make :) Thanks!
      Reply
  27. [email protected] says

    December 12, 2015 at 1:40 pm

    I love chocolate bark! The pistachios sound perfect. I'll have to try this for my pistachio-crazed son. :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 13, 2015 at 11:48 pm

      Hi Julie! Glad this will be a good one for your son! Thanks!
      Reply
  28. Katerina @ Diethood says

    December 12, 2015 at 11:50 pm

    I do my best at crunch time! AND I can't wait to crunch on this awesome chocolaty bark!! :-D
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 13, 2015 at 11:47 pm

      Yes (to both)! I'm such a last-minute gal!! Hope you get to try this! Thanks, Katerina!
      Reply
  29. Melanie | Melanie Makes says

    December 14, 2015 at 4:21 am

    Love the color that the pistachios lend to this gorgeous bark, Patirica!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 14, 2015 at 5:32 am

      Thanks so much, Melanie! :)
      Reply
  30. Cookin Canuck says

    December 14, 2015 at 5:22 pm

    We made some chocolate bark with sea salt last week - you can't beat it. Your version with pistachios sounds fantastic!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 14, 2015 at 9:55 pm

      Thanks so much! I know -- great for giving, great for snacking, easy to make! Score :)
      Reply
  31. Maryanne @ the little epicurean says

    December 14, 2015 at 6:00 pm

    Great idea! I should always keep a couple tins of chocolate bark handy in case any unexpected guests arrive. Love chocolate and pistachios. Such a great combo!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 14, 2015 at 9:55 pm

      Yes, that's a good idea! Hope you enjoy these! Thank you, Maryanne!
      Reply
  32. [email protected] Plaid & Paisley Kitchen says

    December 15, 2015 at 2:36 am

    Dark Chocolate is by far my favorite! This is actually a very healthy treat. Unless you eat the whole thing at once. I just might be tempted to do that.....
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 15, 2015 at 3:40 am

      Yes! Good point, Chandra! Thanks so much :)
      Reply
  33. Linda @ Roti n Rice says

    December 17, 2015 at 4:00 am

    I love chocolate bark but I've never made them at home. That needs to change ASAP. Dark chocolate, pistachio, and sea salt sounds like an awesome combo!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 17, 2015 at 4:21 am

      Hi Linda! Yes, for sure! It's so easy! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  34. Willow says

    December 17, 2015 at 6:03 pm

    I love chocolate bark! The add-on options you included sound perfect!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 18, 2015 at 12:39 am

      Thanks so much, Willow! I love these - so yummy AND versatile :)
      Reply

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