Black N White Pistachio Bark Food

WHITE CHOCOLATE BARK WITH PISTACHIOS AND DRIED CRANBERRIES

Steps:

• Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
• Put 9 ounces of the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until just melted. Stir in the remaining 3 ounces chocolate and let stand 3 minutes. Stir until completely smooth. If there are still some lumps, microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring well after each, to melt any remaining chocolate, but take care not to heat more than necessary.
• Pour the chocolate onto the parchment and gently spread to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Sprinkle the pistachios and cranberries on top, pressing very lightly so they adhere. Sprinkle with the flaky salt.
• Refrigerate until set, about 20 minutes. Break into pieces and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

SALTED ALMOND AND PISTACHIO BARK

Steps:

• 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• 2. Place the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and melt it in a microwave in 10-second intervals, stirring often, until smooth. Add 1/2 the cup of the almonds, 1/2 the cup of the pistachios, and the vanilla and stir well to coat the nuts.
• 3. Use a rubber spatula to spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the salt and the remaining 3/4 cup almonds and 3/4 cup pistachios over the top.
• 4. Cover and refrigerate until the chocolate is set, 2 to 4 hours.
• 5. Break the bark into pieces and store in an airtight container with parchment or wax paper between the pieces. The bark can be stored for about 1 week.

BLACK 'N' WHITE PISTACHIO BARK

Steps:

• Line a baking sheet with foil; set aside. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in 1/4 cup pistachios and cranberries. Spread in a thin layer on prepared baking sheet. , In a microwave, melt vanilla chips; stir until smooth. Drop by teaspoonfuls over chocolate layer. Cut through with a knife to swirl. Sprinkle with the remaining pistachios. Chill until firm. Break into pieces.

WHITE CHOCOLATE BARK WITH PISTACHIOS AND DRIED CRANBERRIES

Steps:

• Place the white chocolate in a microwave-proof glass bowl, uncovered, & melt it in that appliance on 50% power, starting with 1 minute, then stirring & adding 20- to 30-second increments until completely melted. BE SURE TO WATCH IT CAREFULLY ~ Once it is totally melted, proceed.
• Add nuts & berries, stirring to combine, then spread this mixture to the thickness desired on a parchment-lined baking tray.
• Refrigerate 5 to 10 minutes, then remove the tray & let it set in a cool place.
• When completely cooled, cut or break into pieces & store in an airtight container.

PISTACHIO AND TART CHERRY CHOCOLATE BARK

Steps:

• Place semisweet chocolate in microwave-safe 8-cup measuring cup or large bowl.
• Place white chocolate in microwave-safe 2-cup measuring cup or medium bowl.
• Heat semisweet chocolate in microwave, covered with waxed paper, on High 2 to 3 minutes or until almost melted, stirring once. Remove from microwave and stir until smooth.
• Heat white chocolate in microwave, covered with waxed paper, on High 1 to 2 minutes or until almost melted, stirring once. Remove from microwave and stir until smooth.
• Stir 1 cup pistachios and 1 cup cherries into semisweet chocolate.
• On large cookie sheet, spread chocolate mixture to about 1/4-inch thickness.
• Spoon dollops of white chocolate onto semisweet-chocolate mixture.
• With tip of knife, swirl chocolates together for marbled look.
• Sprinkle with remaining pistachios and cherries.
• Refrigerate bark 1 hour or until firm.
• Break bark into pieces.
• Store in tightly sealed container in refrigerator up to 1 month.
• Pack in decorative boxes lined with waxed tissue paper or colored cellophane for gift giving.

CRANBERRY PISTACHIO BARK

Steps:

• Melt chocolate in the top of a double boiler.
• I have melted in the microwave with excellant results by keeping a close eye on it.
• Let cool to room temperature.
• Roast pistachios at 350F for 5-7 minutes. Set aside to cool.
• Stir cranberries and pistachios into melted chocolate.
• Pour onto foil-lined 10x15" edged cookie sheet.
• Refrigerate for atleast 1 hour, then break into pieces.

DARK CHOCOLATE BARK WITH PISTACHIOS AND SEA SALT

Steps:

• Lightly coat an 8-inch pan with cooking spray. Line with parchment paper, leaving a small overhang. Pour in chocolate and smooth with a spatula into an even layer.
• Sprinkle with pistachios and sea salt. Chill in fridge until completely set, about 30 minutes. Peel off parchment, and break into pieces.