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Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Nut Bars Recipe

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These Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Nut Bars combine a crunchy blend of toasted nuts and puffed rice with a sweet brown rice syrup binder, all finished with a decadent coating of melted dark chocolate and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Perfect as a snack or a sweet treat, these bars offer a satisfying balance of salty, sweet, and rich chocolate flavors.

Ingredients

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Nut Mixture

  • 3/4 cup unsalted cashews
  • 3/4 cup unsalted peanuts
  • 1 cup unsalted almonds
  • 1/2 cup puffed rice

Binding and Flavor

  • 1/4 cup brown rice syrup
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Chocolate Coating

  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil
  • Optional: flaky salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven temperature to 325˚F (160˚C) to prepare for toasting the nuts.
  2. Toast the Nuts: Spread the mixed nuts evenly on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 5-8 minutes, until they become fragrant and lightly browned. This step enhances their flavor and crunch.
  3. Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the nut bars once they are set.
  4. Mix Nuts and Puffed Rice: In a large bowl, combine the toasted nuts with puffed rice, tossing them together evenly.
  5. Warm Syrup Mixture: Place the brown rice syrup in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds to loosen it. Stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt until combined.
  6. Combine Syrup and Nuts: Pour the warmed syrup mixture over the nut and puffed rice mixture, stirring thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
  7. Form the Bars: Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, pressing down firmly to create an even layer.
  8. Bake the Bars: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes. Once done, remove and allow to cool for about 30 minutes. After cooling, transfer to a cutting board and cut lengthwise into bars, then slice each side into 5-6 thin bars. Let bars cool completely before proceeding.
  9. Melt Chocolate Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until smooth and fully melted.
  10. Dip and Drizzle Chocolate: Dip the bottom of each nut bar into the melted chocolate, then place them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle additional melted chocolate over the tops for extra coverage.
  11. Add Finishing Touches: Sprinkle flaky salt over the chocolate-drizzled bars for a crunchy salt contrast. Refrigerate until the chocolate sets and hardens.
  12. Serve and Enjoy: Once chilled and set, the bars are ready to enjoy as a delicious snack or treat.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize your nut blend according to preference, using walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts if desired.
  • Brown rice syrup is used as a natural sweetener and binder; you can substitute with honey or maple syrup, keeping in mind the texture might vary slightly.
  • Ensure nuts are completely cooled before mixing with syrup to avoid soggy bars.
  • Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week for best freshness.
  • Use dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for a richer, less sweet flavor.

Keywords: dark chocolate nut bars, sea salt chocolate bars, homemade snack bars, gluten free nut bars, healthy chocolate bars, toasted nuts bars

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