POPCORN AND PEANUT BARK

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Bark, noun: Tough protective covering of the woody stems of trees. Popcorn + Peanut Bark, noun: Delicious dark chocolate covering protecting buttery, salty freshly popped popcorn and peanuts. Bark, verb: Speak in an unfriendly tone when it's all gone.

Provided by Hedy Goldsmith

Yield Makes 1 pound

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, (preferably Valrhona Caraebe 66%), chopped
3 cups freshly popped popcorn
1/2 cup salted peanuts (preferably Virginia)
Pinch of kosher salt

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with a nonstick liner.
  • Melt the chocolate in a large heatproof bowl set over simmering water, stirring until the chocolate is melted and smooth, about 4 minutes. Remove the bowl from the heat and add the popcorn, peanuts, and salt. Fold the mixture until the popcorn and peanuts are evenly coated with the chocolate.
  • Scrape the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into a thin layer.
  • Refrigerate for about 30 minutes, or until cold and firm. Break into small clusters and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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