Homemade Salted Caramel Chocolate Bark | A Sweet Tooth's Dream

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cocoa powder

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate chips

Cocoa powder can reduce calories while still providing chocolate flavor.

caramel

🥗Healthier: date caramel

💰Cheaper: store-bought caramel sauce

Date caramel is a healthier alternative with natural sweetness.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds are nutritious and can be used for a nut-free option.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: coconut flakes

Coconut flakes offer a sweet touch without the cost of dried fruit.

In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cream, golden corn syrup, and butter.

Cook the mixture until it reaches 255°F (124°C).

Add the hot cream and bring the mixture back to 235°F (113°C).

Whisk in the vanilla extract.

Let the caramel cool for about 15 minutes until it thickens.

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

Grease and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

If using nuts, bake them for 10-15 minutes, then let them cool down.

Melt the chocolate with the butter.

Spread about 2/3 of the melted chocolate mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.

Sprinkle the nuts or pretzels all over the chocolate.

Gently press the nuts or pretzels down into the chocolate.

Pour the warm caramel on top, making sure it touches each nut or pretzel.

Add the remaining melted chocolate on top.

Sprinkle a generous amount of sea salt over the bark.

Let the bark set completely for 1-2 hours.

Cut it into pieces and enjoy!

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