Best Aztec Chocolate Bark Recipes

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AZTEC CHOCOLATE BARK



AZTEC CHOCOLATE BARK image

Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup of hulled, unsalted pumpkin seeds
1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, plus a dash extra
3/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, plus a dash extra
3/4 teaspoon of ancho chili powder, plus a dash extra
12 oz. of bitter or semi-sweet chocolate

Steps:

  • Place the pumpkin seeds in a skillet over medium-low heat. Toast the pumpkin seeds for about 5 minutes, they'll pop and jump a bit as they release their oils and moisture. Allow to cool. Melt the chocolate according to the manufacturer's directions. Once melted add the cinnamon, cayenne pepper, ancho chili powder, and most of the pumpkin seeds saving some to decorate the top with. Spread onto a flat baking pan lined with a silpat or wax paper. Sprinkle over and press into the chocolate the last few pumpkin seeds and sprinkle on a dash more of the spices for color and taste. Place in the freezer for 5 minutes or until hardened. Break into pieces and serve or store in the fridge in an airtight container. Best consumed in one or two days.

AZTEC CHOCOLATE BARK



Aztec Chocolate Bark image

Found this recipe on the net. Haven't tried it yet, but I plan to make it during the holidays. I like the idea of adding a spicy "kick" to the chocolate bark.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Candy

Time 30m

Yield 1 tray

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, hulled, and unsalted
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
12 ounces chocolate (bitter or semi-sweet- I like to use dark chocolate chips)

Steps:

  • Place the pumpkin seeds in a skillet over medium-low heat. Toast the pumpkin seeds for about 5 minutes, they'll pop and jump a bit as they release their oils and moisture. Allow to cool.
  • Melt the chocolate according to manufacturer's directions. Once melted, add the cinnamon, cayenne pepper, ancho chili powder, and most of the pumpkin seeds saving some to decorate the top with.
  • Spread onto a flat baking plan lined with a silpat or wax paper. Sprinkle over and press into the chocolate the last few pumpkin seeds and sprinkle on a dash more of the spices for color and taste (if you are daring). Place in the freezer for 5 minutes or until hardened. Break into pieces and serve or store in the fridge in an airtight container. Best consumed in one or two days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2076.9, Fat 210, SaturatedFat 115.7, Sodium 119.7, Carbohydrate 111.3, Fiber 62.2, Sugar 4.2, Protein 63.8

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