Here's a delicious recipe combining the richness of chocolate with our upcycled coffee flour to create a memorable treat:
Key Takeaways: Essential Tips for Making Coffee-Infused Chocolate Bark
- GroundUp's gluten-free coffee flour adds unique flavor and sustainability to this chocolate bark recipe.
- The combination of dark and milk chocolate creates a rich, balanced chocolate base.
- Layering different types of chocolate enhances the visual appeal and taste complexity.
- Crushed almonds provide essential texture and nutritional benefits to the bark.
- This recipe transforms simple ingredients into an elegant dessert perfect for gifting or enjoying.
Essential Ingredients for Coffee-Infused Chocolate Almond Bark
- 6 ounces Dark Chocolate
- 5 ounces Milk Chocolate
- 1/4 cup Gluten-free coffee flour
- 1/2 cup Crushed Almonds
- White Chocolate (for drizzling)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Perfect Chocolate Coffee Bark
- Prepare a baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside for later use.
- Melt the chocolate: Chop the dark chocolate and milk chocolate into small pieces and place them in separate microwave-safe bowls. Microwave each bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Mix in the coffee flour: Once the chocolate is melted, add the coffee flour to each bowl and mix until well combined. The coffee flour will impart a subtle coffee flavor to the chocolate bark, enhancing its richness.
- Spread the chocolate mixture: Pour the dark chocolate mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon. Repeat the same process with the milk chocolate mixture, spreading it over the dark chocolate layer.
- Add crushed almonds: Sprinkle the crushed almonds evenly over the melted chocolate, pressing them gently into the surface. The almonds will add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor to the bark.
- Sprinkle with coffee flour: Lightly sprinkle additional coffee flour over the top of the bark for an extra burst of coffee flavor and visual appeal.
- Drizzle with white chocolate: Melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over the surface of the bark using a spoon or a piping bag. This adds a decorative touch and enhances the overall flavor of the bark.
- Set and cool: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 1 hour, or until the chocolate bark is completely set and firm.
- Break into pieces: Once the bark is set, remove it from the refrigerator and break it into pieces of your desired size. You can make large shards or smaller bite-sized pieces, depending on your preference.
- Serve and enjoy: Arrange the Chocolate Almond Bark on a serving platter or package it in decorative bags or boxes for gifting. Enjoy the rich, chocolatey goodness with crunchy almonds and a hint of coffee flour in every bite.