What's the best way to melt the vegan dark chocolate for this bark?

For this recipe, you can melt two-thirds of the chocolate in 30-second microwave spurts, then add the rest and stir until fully melted. A double boiler also works if you don't have a microwave.

Can I use different nuts or fruits for the bark toppings?

This recipe uses lightly toasted sliced almonds and dried blueberries, with a hint of orange zest. These specific toppings create a balanced flavor profile with the 70-72% dark chocolate.

Why is orange zest included in this dark chocolate bark recipe?

The grated zest of one orange adds a bright, citrusy note that beautifully complements the richness of the dark chocolate and the sweetness of the blueberries, enhancing the overall flavor.

How should I store the Blueberry-Almond Dark Chocolate Bark?

Once the bark is hard, break it into pieces and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain its crisp texture and prevent melting.

Since the cook time is 0, does this recipe require any baking?

No, this recipe is a no-bake treat. The 'cook time' refers to active cooking, and for this bark, you only melt the chocolate and then refrigerate it to set.

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Blueberry-Almond Dark Chocolate Bark
[Vegan]

Name: Blueberry-Almond Dark Chocolate Bark [Vegan]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 12 ounces 70-72% vegan dark chocolate, broken into large pieces; ½ cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted; 1/3 cup dried blueberries (wild blueberries if you can find them); Grated zest of 1 orange

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Broken pieces of vegan Blueberry-Almond Dark Chocolate Bark, featuring visible dried blueberries, toasted sliced almonds, and orange zest, arranged on a white plate.

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Ingredients You Need for Blueberry-Almond Dark Chocolate Bark [Vegan]

12 ounces 70-72% vegan dark chocolate, broken into large pieces
½ cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
1/3 cup dried blueberries (wild blueberries if you can find them)
Grated zest of 1 orange

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How to Prepare Blueberry-Almond Dark Chocolate Bark [Vegan]

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place two thirds of the chocolate in a glass bowl. Microwave in 30-second spurts until the chocolate is just about melted. Add the remaining chocolate and repeat until the last pieces are nearly melted. Stir with a silicone spatula to finish the melting process. (If you don't have a microwave, you can melt the chocolate in a double boiler.)
Pour the chocolate onto the parchment paper, and spread with the spatula to create a rectangle of about 12 x 8 inches. Sprinkle on the toppings.
Refrigerate until hard, then break into pieces and store in an airtight container.

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