Triple Chocolate Nut Bars Recipe: Decadent Dark, Milk, and White Chocolate Delight
Cuisine: Ricette DolciDifficulty: EasyServings
20
servingsTotal time
45
minutesDiscover a heavenly, no-bake dessert that’s incredibly easy to prepare. This recipe requires no oven, flour, or condensed milk, making it a perfect treat for those looking for something special without the hassle. Whether hosting a holiday gathering or simply craving a festive dessert, this chocolate and nut creation is perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
200 g dark chocolate
100 g milk chocolate
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (1 tablespoon)
400 g ground toasted almonds (2 1/2 cups finely ground)
400 g ground roasted peanuts (2 1/2 cups, finely ground)
300 g honey (1 cup + 2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons melted butter (2 tablespoons)
400 g white chocolate
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
1.Begin by melting dark chocolate and milk chocolate together, adding vegetable oil for a silky texture.
2.Allow the chocolate mixture to cool for a few minutes, ensuring it’s still pliable for the next steps.
3.Incorporate chopped toasted almonds and ground-roasted peanuts into the chocolate blend, creating a delightful mix of textures.
4.Add honey and melted butter to the mixture, ensuring everything is well combined.
5.Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to set and firm up.
6.In the meantime, melt white chocolate with a tablespoon of vegetable oil, creating a smooth and creamy white chocolate layer.
7.Once the dark chocolate and nut mixture has set, pour the white chocolate over the top, spreading it evenly.
8.Drizzle additional dark chocolate over the white chocolate layer for a decorative touch.
9.Allow the dessert to fully set in the refrigerator before cutting it into squares or bars.
Recipe Video
Ingredient Breakdown
- Dark Chocolate and Milk Chocolate: The rich combination of dark and milk chocolate forms the base of these Triple Chocolate Nut Bars. Chocolate adds a deep, indulging flavor.
- Vegetable Oil: It helps achieve a smooth and glossy texture in the chocolate mixture.
- Toasted Almonds and Roasted Peanuts: A mix of chopped toasted almonds and ground-roasted peanuts adds a satisfying crunch and nutty goodness to the dessert.
- Honey: The natural sweetness of honey balances the bitterness of the chocolate. It also binds the ingredients together.
- Melted Butter: Melted butter adds richness to the mixture of these Triple Chocolate Nut Bars, enhancing the overall texture. Make sure it is unsalted.
- White Chocolate with Vegetable Oil: The creamy white chocolate layer, with a tablespoon of vegetable oil, adds a sweet and contrasting balance to the dark chocolate base.
Expert Tips
- When melting the dark milk chocolate, use low heat and stir frequently to avoid burning. This ensures a smooth and velvety texture for the base.
- Allow the chocolate mixture to cool for a few minutes before adding nuts and other ingredients.
- To add honey, warm it slightly before adding it to the chocolate-nut mixture. This promotes better blending and distribution of sweetness.
- Be patient during the setting phase in the refrigerator. Allowing the dessert to firm up for 10 minutes ensures a well-set base before adding the white chocolate layer.
- When melting the white chocolate, use the same low-heat technique to avoid scorching.
- When cutting the fully set dessert into squares or bars, dip the knife in hot water and wipe it clean between each cut. This ensures clean, neat edges without the chocolate sticking to the knife.
Variations
- Dried Fruit: Add dried fruit such as cranberries, apricots, or cherries into the dark chocolate mixture for fruity sweetness.
- Spice: Add a pinch of your favorite holiday spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger to the dark chocolate blend for a warm, aromatic flavor profile.
- Caramel: Drizzle a homemade caramel sauce over the white chocolate layer, creating a gooey and sweet contrast.
- Coffee: Add instant coffee granules into the dark chocolate mixture for a subtle coffee kick, complementing the richness of the chocolate and nuts.
- Maple Pecan: Drizzle pure maple syrup over the dark chocolate mixture and sprinkle chopped pecans on top for a decadent, autumnal twist.
Storage
Store your no-bake Christmas delight in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
