Best 4 Chocolate Fruit Bar Recipes

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Indulge your sweet tooth and embark on a culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide to creating the ultimate chocolate fruit bar. Discover a symphony of textures and flavors as you explore a diverse collection of recipes, each promising a unique taste sensation. From rich and decadent to refreshingly light, our curated selection caters to every palate. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a burst of fruity goodness, perfectly balanced by the irresistible allure of chocolate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHUNKY CHOCOLATE FRUIT-AND-NUT BARK



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Do you remember Chunky bars, those little squares of chocolate wrapped in foil with a ton of fruit and nuts? These are the homemade version, and they make a great gift for the holidays. From Baking Chez Moi: From My Paris Home to Your Home Anywhere. © 2014 by Dorie Greenspan, published by Rux Martin/Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. All rights reserved.

Provided by Dorie Greenspan

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

7 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate
5 ounces mixed nuts, salted or half-salted (cashews, almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts), oven-toasted on a greased baking sheet at 350 F for a few minutes
8 ounces mixed dried fruit, figs, apricots, cherries, cranberries and/or raisins
1 tablespoon candied ginger and/or orange peel, diced
1 pinch fine sea salt
Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Steps:

  • Set a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, making sure the bowl doesn't touch the water. Roughly chop chocolate and place in the bowl to melt, stirring frequently, keeping the heat very low. Chop toasted nuts; using scissors, cut dried fruit into small pieces. Finely chop candied ginger and/or orange peel. Place fruit and nuts into a large mixing bowl.
  • Once chocolate is melted and smooth, take it off the heat and stir fruit and nuts into the chocolate. Gently stir to combine so the fruit and nuts are all combined with the chocolate. Line a pan with parchment paper that's been sprayed with a little oil. Sprinkle cocoa powder over parchment and then add the chocolate mixture. Spread it out in an even layer. Dust with more cocoa powder and place another piece of parchment paper on top. Let it cool down and set in the refrigerator, 1 hour.
  • When chocolate is set, run a knife around the edge to remove from the pan. Break or cut into pieces to make chunky chocolates.

FRUIT AND NUT CHOCOLATE CHUNKS



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Categories     Candy     Chocolate     Dessert     Freeze/Chill     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Dried Fruit     Raisin     Cashew     Pistachio     Winter     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 36 candies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 lb fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), broken into small pieces
Vegetable oil for greasing pan
2/3 cup dried cranberries
2/3 cup raisins
2/3 cup salted roasted shelled pistachios (3 oz)
2/3 cup salted roasted cashews (3 oz)

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate in top of a double boiler or metal bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  • While chocolate is melting, line bottom and sides of an 8-inch square baking pan with foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang, then lightly oil foil.
  • Remove chocolate from heat and stir in fruit and nuts, then spread evenly in baking pan. Freeze until firm, about 20 minutes. Lift candy in foil from pan using overhang and transfer to a cutting board. Peel off foil and cut candy with a long heavy knife into 36 pieces.

CHOCOLATE FRUIT BAR



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Rich cookie, great for entertaining.

Provided by Martha

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Date

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1 cup white sugar
½ teaspoon almond extract
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped dates
½ cup maraschino cherries, chopped
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Stir flour, baking powder and salt together. Beat eggs until light; add sugar gradually, beating well after each addition.
  • Stir in almond flavoring, then dry ingredients. Fold in chocolate pieces, fruits, and nuts.
  • Spread dough evenly in greased 9 x 13 inch pan. Bake 30 to 35 minutes. If desired, when cooled, frost with powdered sugar icing. Cut into bars and garnish each bar with a chocolate piece.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 182.1 mg, Sugar 23 g

CHOCOLATE FRUIT BARS II



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A soft bar cookie for chocolate lovers.

Provided by Martha

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup instant cocoa powder
1 cup shredded coconut
⅓ cup raisins
½ cup cornflakes cereal
¼ cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon sherry
2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
3 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate

Steps:

  • Lightly butter a 7 or 8 inch square pan.
  • Put all ingredients (except chocolate squares) into mixing bowl: mix well together. Press into pan; smooth surface.
  • Melt chocolate in double broiler; spread evenly over top of mixture. Score with fork. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into small bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 1.4 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 87.1 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

Tips:

  • When choosing fresh fruit, opt for ripe and flavorful varieties. Avoid fruits that are bruised or have soft spots.
  • If using frozen fruit, thaw it completely before using. This will help prevent the bars from becoming icy.
  • Use a food processor or high-powered blender to create a smooth and creamy filling. If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can mash the fruit by hand, but the texture will be less smooth.
  • Line the baking dish with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup. This will also help prevent the bars from sticking to the pan.
  • Be careful not to overbake the bars. They should be set but still slightly soft in the center. Overbaking will make the bars dry and crumbly.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares. This will help them hold their shape and prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Chocolate fruit bars are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great way to use up fresh or frozen fruit, and they can be customized to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and nutritious snack that the whole family will love.

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