Two-color chocolate bars with cranberries and nuts
10 servings
50 minutes
Two-tone chocolate bars with cranberries and nuts are an elegant blend of rich dark and delicate white chocolate, complemented by tart-sweet cranberries and crunchy pecans. This dessert hails from European cuisine, where the art of chocolatiers is revered. The contrast of flavors makes the bars not only aesthetically pleasing but also unique in taste sensations: dark chocolate adds depth, white adds creamy softness, while the berries and nuts create a complex textural harmony. These bars are perfect for cozy evenings, tea parties, and festive occasions, and their preparation is an engaging process that allows one to feel like a true pastry chef. The brittle pieces easily share, turning each tasting into a small delight.
1
In a bowl, mix the cranberry and nuts.
- Dried cranberries: 130 g
- Chopped toasted pecans: 0.8 glass
2
Melt dark chocolate in a water bath. Line a 20x30 cm baking tray with parchment and pour the chocolate in an even layer. Let it cool, but not until completely hard.
- Dark chocolate: 500 g
3
Melt the white chocolate in a water bath and add 0.75 cup of berry-nut mixture to it. Spread it over the dark chocolate and slightly smooth it out.
- White chocolate: 500 g
- Dried cranberries: 130 g
- Chopped toasted pecans: 0.8 glass
4
Sprinkle the remaining berries and nuts on top, gently pressing them into the chocolate.
- Dried cranberries: 130 g
- Chopped toasted pecans: 0.8 glass
5
Let it freeze and break it into pieces.