Description
This festive and simple Gluten-Free Halloween Chocolate Bark is the perfect indulgent treat for your holiday celebrations. Combining high-quality dark chocolate with the satisfying crunch of raw pepitas, chewy dried papaya, and naturally colored candies, this recipe offers a sophisticated yet fun centerpiece. It is entirely gluten-free, quick to assemble, and requires no complicated baking techniques, making it an ideal activity for the whole family to enjoy during the busy Halloween season.
Ingredients
12 ounces dark chocolate chips
2 Tablespoons raw pepitas
2 Tablespoons dried papaya, finely chopped
1/4 cup candy corn, naturally colored
1/4 cup gummies, naturally colored
1/4 cup candy coated gems, naturally colored
Fall sprinkles, optional
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick silicone pad.
Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.
Heat chocolate in 30-second increments, stirring thoroughly between each burst until smooth and glossy.
Pour melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet.
Use a spatula to spread the chocolate into an even layer.
Sprinkle the chopped papaya, pepitas, candy corn, gummies, and candy coated gems across the surface.
Press the ingredients gently into the chocolate to ensure they adhere.
Allow the bark to set completely in the refrigerator or at room temperature until firm before breaking into pieces.
Notes
Ensure that all candy components are certified gluten-free to maintain the dietary integrity of the recipe. Store in a cool, dry place or keep refrigerated for a firmer snap.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Baking
- Method: Melting and Setting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg