Description
Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Nut Bars are the perfect blend of rich, gooey chocolate and crunchy nuts, topped with a sprinkle of sea salt for a delightful treat. Ideal for any occasion—be it picnics, workdays, or gatherings—these bars will elevate your snacking game. Easy to make and irresistible, they’re sure to impress your friends and family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/4 tsp sea salt (plus extra for topping)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt dark chocolate chips and coconut oil until smooth (3-5 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in honey/maple syrup and vanilla extract until combined.
- Add mixed nuts, ensuring they are fully coated in the chocolate mixture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan; spread evenly and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until set but slightly soft in the center. Cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg