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Salted Caramel Apple Bark with Dark Chocolate (Vegan) Recipe

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  • Author: lilan
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: About 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Salted Caramel Apple Bark with Dark Chocolate is a deliciously indulgent vegan treat combining rich dark chocolate, fresh crisp apples, and a luscious almond butter caramel sauce topped with flaky sea salt. It’s perfect for a satisfying snack or dessert that’s both sweet and slightly salty, with a satisfying crunch and smooth textures. This no-bake recipe is easy to prepare and can be chilled or frozen for convenient storage.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Base

  • 4 dark chocolate barks, chopped (or about 2 cups of chocolate chips)
  • 1 tsp coconut oil

Apple Topping

  • 2 medium apples, chopped (or 4 small apples, chopped)

Salted Caramel Sauce

  • ¼ cup almond butter
  • 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Flaky sea salt, desired amount

Instructions

  1. Melt Chocolate: Melt the chopped dark chocolate and 1 tsp coconut oil together. The recipe suggests microwaving in two 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
  2. Prepare Base: Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Spread a thin and even layer of the melted chocolate over the parchment paper to form the bark base.
  3. Add Apple Topping: Sprinkle the chopped apples evenly over the melted chocolate layer. Place the sheet pan into the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the chocolate and apple layer to firm up while you prepare the caramel sauce.
  4. Make Caramel Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the almond butter, 2 tbsp melted coconut oil, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  5. Drizzle Caramel and Salt: Remove the bark from the fridge and drizzle the prepared caramel sauce over the apple and chocolate layer. Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top according to taste.
  6. Set Bark: Refrigerate the bark for 1 to 3 hours until fully set. Alternatively, you can freeze it for faster setting, about 30 minutes to an hour.
  7. Store: Store the bark in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or keep it frozen for several months. Let frozen bark thaw slightly before serving for best texture.

Notes

  • Use vegan dark chocolate to keep this recipe fully vegan.
  • Maple syrup keeps the recipe vegan; use honey for a non-vegan option.
  • Flaky sea salt adds a gourmet touch and balances the sweetness.
  • Chop apples evenly for uniform distribution and easier eating.
  • Adjust the thickness of the caramel by slightly varying the amount of coconut oil added.
  • Keep the bark refrigerated or frozen as it contains fresh fruit that can spoil.
  • You can customize with different nuts or seeds sprinkled on top for extra crunch.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: salted caramel apple bark, vegan chocolate bark, dark chocolate dessert, vegan caramel sauce, almond butter caramel, no bake dessert, healthy snack

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