NUT FRUIT BARK

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Here's a sophisticated version of fruit bark. Dark chocolate turns into a rich mocha flavor with the espresso powder. If you're a fan of sweet-salty tidbits, make sure to use the sea salt. -Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 1-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound dark chocolate, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
1/2 cup dried cherries or blueberries
1/2 cup macadamia nuts, chopped
1/2 cup chopped cashews
1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt, optional

Steps:

Line the bottom and sides of a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with parchment; grease the paper and set aside., In a double boiler or metal bowl over hot water, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in espresso powder and half the cherries and nuts. Spread into prepared pan; top with remaining cherries and nuts (pan will not be full). Sprinkle with salt if desired. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm. , Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.