Superfood chocolate bark – a healthy sweet treat- dark chocolate with almonds, goji berries, seeds, bee pollen & matcha & blueberry flavored white chocolate.
Apart from my mincemeat bundt cake and a few biscuits and things left over from Christmas I have been doing fairly well so far this year at eating healthily (and yes I know it hasn’t been very long yet, shush you!); I’ve been making lots of soups and stews, stocked up on veg and have put all the packets of lentils at the back of the cupboard to good use.
There is no denying that I have a sweet tooth though and I crave a little something sweet after most meals; usually a couple of squares of dark chocolate is enough to satisfy the craving however and has the bonus of actually being good for me.
I made this superfood chocolate bark just to make my chocolate nibble a bit more interesting and add in some extra healthy ingredients.
I like the contrast in textures between the chocolate and the crunchy and chewy toppings and it is beautifully colourful!
I used 70% dark chocolate for the base and topped it with whole raw almonds, goji berries, pumpkin and chia seeds, bee pollen and white chocolate mixed with matcha powder and freeze dried blueberry powder.
I haven’t given exact amounts for all of the toppings because it really is just a case of scattering them over the melted chocolate so you can use as much or as little as you like.
You can also vary the toppings depending on what you have – different nuts and seeds, dried cranberries or cherries, freeze dried fruit pieces and cacao nibs would all work well.
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- Manuka honey
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- Freeze dried blueberry powder
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- Ceremonial grade matcha tea
- Poppy seeds
- Sorghum flour
- Blackstrap molasses
- Almond butter (not pictured as I was accidentally sent extra manuka honey instead)
I picked out products that could be used for doing some healthier baking, but they all have multiple uses.
My particular favourites are the freeze dried fruit powders which are very versatile; they can be used to flavour chocolate as above, sprinkled over porridge for a burst of fruity flavour or added to buttercream or macarons to add flavour without ruining the consistency by adding extra liquid.
Superfood Chocolate Bark Recipe:
Superfood Chocolate Bark
Ingredients
- 200 g (7oz) dark chocolate chopped
- 100 g (3.5oz) white chocolate chopped
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 1 1/2 tsp freeze dried blueberry powder
- handful dried goji berries
- handful whole raw almonds
- handful pumpkin seeds
- 1 tsp bee pollen
- 1 tsp chia seeds
Instructions
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Line a baking sheet with baking parchment. Melt the dark chocolate, either in a bowl over a pan of gently simmering water, or in short bursts in the microwave; don't let the chocolate get too hot.
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Melt the white chocolate in the same way then pour half of it into a separate bowl. Stir the matcha powder into one half and the blueberry powder into the other. If the chocolate becomes too thick, give it a couple of seconds in the microwave to re-melt it.
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Pour the dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and use the back of a spoon to spread it out into a rough rectangle. Drizzle both white chocolates over the top, reserving a little bit of each.
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Scatter over the goji berries, almonds, pumpkin seeds, bee pollen and chia seeds then drizzle over the remaining white chocolate. Set aside for a couple of hours at room temperature, or 20 minutes in the fridge until the chocolate has set then use a sharp knife to chop the slab into rough pieces. Store in an airtight container.
I was provided with some products but I was not paid to write this post and opinions are as always my own.
Angela Treadway
eating healthier and exercising more x
Harline Parkin
Ive joined a gym with my daughter
Chonnie Johnston
Now this is the sort of healthy snack I can get on board with! I haven’t really made any changes to be healthier in January! I try to eat a healthy lunch all year round and then that tends to go out the window in the evenings.
amy fidler
Swapped coffee for healthier green teas x
Annie Allen
making my own snack bars. x
Rachael Ashmore
Shopping junk for fruit and fizzy pop for fizzy flavoured water
Martina Pichova
Eating more fruit for snacks instead of biscuits.
Peter Watson
I have switched to skimmed milk.
Lynne Durkin
I’ve cut down on sugar in my drinks, small adjustment but scary how much sugar I consume just in drinks alone x
William G
Nothing really – We always eat a lot of fruit, veg and salad stuff, so a very healthy, tasty diet. We do have the occasional fish and chips though!
Katie
Oh wow, this is AMAZING!!! I have cut out sugar and actually started taking bee pollen xx
Rena plumridge
Leaving the car and trying to walk
Harriet
Eat healthier and maintain fitness levels.
sb
cut down on crisps
Michaela Smith
Drinking more green tea 🙂
Susan Smith
I have cut my intake of food down and have started to exercise, power walking is what i have started
laura stewart
ive cut out the crisps x
Lorraine Stone
Still trying to get a grip after Christmas! BUT have been able to go back to eating my vegetarian foods again, after I slipped up in December.
Cherryl Thomas
I have upped my daily home yoga practice from twenty minutes to thirty, walking even more and incorporating more grains and nuts into my diet.
Helen Moulden
20 minutes of exercise on weekdays and cutting out all the snacks!
Jennifer
No more microwave curries, just real ones!
ruth robinson
iv started eating more fruit
kate kathurima
cutting down on alcohol
Kristina Trick
That looks so good! I’ve actually made little snack bags up with different nuts, dried fruits and a few dark chocolate chips in to help me avoid buying cakes at work because it’s my biggest weakness.
pete c
cutting out snacking on biscuits late at night and replacing fizzy drinks with more smoothies
Abigail Cullen
To not just eat the chocolate, because it’s there, left over from Christmas.
Amanda Richardson
Not using the car as much and walking at least 2 miles a day
kelly wheelhouse
I’ve swapped fizzy colas for water and fruit juice
Natalie Thomason
Eat more fruits and veg 🙂
Allan Wilson
I’m attempting to stop smoking.
ElizM
I’ve started juicing again – love the juice, hate washing the juicer!
james wright
mines healthier eating ie soups instead of meats
Sheila Evans
Fresh foods only
Iris Tilley
I’m actually being more creative and going to start making my own candles Creative mind makes a happier ME!!!
Amanda
Drinking more water
Ray Dodds
Walking a bus stop from where I am going i.e. getting off the bus early
Graham Ross
I bought a juicer
Ruth Harwood
I’ve started walking more x
Victoria Thurgood
eating more fruit less bread
maria hackett
i snack on fruits and cook from scratch daily
judy kennedy
I have got myself a trampoline. Re your chocolate homemade creation. Seriously I think you should approach someone to put it on the market. I’d buy it. I always think eating really dark chocolate has a health kick anyway, but I am sure those bits and pieces make it more filling, but extra good for you
Sheena Batey
No Alcohol so a massive change
charlotte
over Christmas i stopped drinking as much water, and noticed such a difference so i’ve started to drink plenty of water again and i am seeing results already
Joseph Dawson
Looks good and healthy start to the new year must be good
MANDY DOHERTY
More exercise & eating more healthily
sandra
eating less sugar
cheryl hadfield
eating healthier, following slimming world plan and exercising
Julie Ward
To play badminton more often, then go for 1 pint of beer instead of 2
Stevie
I’ve started taking my brothers dogs for a walk more often. So far so good.
Lorna Ledger
I have swapped full sugar pop for low sugar or flavoured water/water with lemon, I have lost a little already! And feel better xx
maria blythin
ive started to cut out sugar x
Amy
Walking more
Jade Pawley
I’ve cut down my sugar intake! I’ve switched doughnuts for different fruit everyday!
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Dry January – although in severe danger of breaking it tonight :0
Anthea Holloway
I have already dug over the vegetable patch in order to plant more vegetable seeds this spring!
Gwyn Sharps
I’ve cut out meat and am now using tofu and quorn. I am also eating more fruit, veg and nuts. I’ve gone to brown rice instead of white, and use wholemeal bread and flour.
Andrea Upton
I am trying to eat better and go on lots of walks to get a bit fitter
michelle o'neill
im trying to sawp junk snacks for fruit x
claire woods
More exercise
Kim Styles
Cut out sugar loaded drinks and am on a diet anyway!!
Rose Elise
I’m drinking more water – as much as possible to get that healthy glow!
Katie Skeoch
I’m staying hydrated & concentrating on my breathing
Lyla
I got myself a fitbit watch and it is helping me to get fitter and slimmer
christine szlobodnik
Exercise a bit more 🙂
Clare Hubbard
I have tried to cut out sugar when I can
Judith Allen
No more chocolate or sweets. If I’m actually hungry I can have more Weetabix, or just wait. If they are there I want to eat them, but if not, then I’ll survive.
Jules page
Good luck all.
Jo Hutchinson
I’m adding more pumpkin seeds to my diet
jo liddement
I am pretty healthy being a vegetarian but i do need to make sure that i drink more during the day so i have been making a big bottle of healthy juice in the fridge to tuck into and drinking herbal tea aswell.
joanne casye
I’m taking more exercise and reducing caffeine which is my main vice these days!
fiona mcbride
count calories carefully
Lynsey Buchanan
I am making smoothies to increase my fruit and vegetable intake.
Pauline Wilson
I am making my own salads for lunch at work instead of buying meal deals and cutting back on sweet treats
lucy higgins
I have reduced my sugar intake
Donna Loxton
I have incorporated more vegetables in my diet whilst slightly reducing potion sizes
Jacqueline Chapman
I have cut out processed food and feel a lot better for it.
Mary H
I’m doing veganuary and I feel pretty great.
Leah
we have been trying to only eat fresh vegetables, fruits and meat. so far we are doing well and my 6 month old is loving everything. that makes it easier and fun!
Kim M
Trying to have a vegetable juice everyday x
Angela Young
I am eating more fish than meat and also eating lots more fruit and veg.
melanie allen
using pepper instead of salt
Kim Neville
I have started my exercise regime again and not been eating so much chocolate
maureen moss
cut down on biscuits
Danica
I’m making an effort to drink more water
Victoria Prince
I’ve swapped a biscuit snack for nuts 🙂
I am completely lost for words by your superfood chocolate bark, it just looks *absolutely incredible*. I wish I could reach out and grab it! Serious cravings now 🙂
A S,Edinburgh
I’m trying to eat more vegetables by cooking more meals that have them as their centre.
Sarah
I’ve had less chocolate BOOO! Time for a change
Rachel Craig
I try to ensure that I get sufficient rest. Have tried to become more aware of my needs etc. As if get sufficient rest and not overburdened then likely to be more effective in tasks which I pursue.
Have tried, and continue to try to make fiancé aware also. He sometimes talks when I am in the midst of tasks etc. I have explained that it is best that he try to be patient and wait till I am free from tasks to make his request. He now himself will go for an afternoon nap if he has had a busy day. So means both of us get to have a peaceful, quiet restful time, and get to benefit from that. Thus increasing quality of life, and completed tasks etc. As not pushing ourselves to point of exhaustion etc.
carole n
im trying to drink more water and eat more fruit
Sadiyya Maryam
I have reduced my caffeine intake to just one cup of tea a day and no more sugar in my tea. It’s a small start but so far I have stuck to it!
Allan Fullarton
Swapping bread for other carbs.
Margaret Abram
I’m eating more fruit and veg and cut down on chocolate.
Karl Borowy
WALK MORE
Hannah Scudder
Have tried to exercise more.
Tasha
Dedicated more time to my daughter
Rachel white
I’ve stopped smoking woo hoo!!!
kelly morgan
to try and add more vegetables to my meals.
Rebecca Howells (@PeanutHog)
Reduced my carbs
tee simpson
i take one less sugar in my tea
Joanne Cullen
Replace unhealthy treats with healthier ones
Avs
No sugar in tea and coffee
Rachael Barnard
swapped to decaf tea and trying to walk for at least 20 mins every day
tracey nock
cut out a bottle of red wine a month
Patricia Avery
Reduced the size of my dinner plate 🙂
Lauren Old
I’ve joined a gym!
Sheila Reeves
stopped buying – and then eating, crisps
louise lumsden
gone back to juicing and home made soups
Ali gill
Drink more water! I love fruit infused waters!
andrea tinkler
Stopped drinking coffee as caffeine was making me feel so ill. As i took sugar in coffee this has also decreased my sugar intake
Nancy Bradford
I’ve given up coffee and am walking 20 minutes every day.
Petra Hora
Reduce sugar in my diet!
Karen Gray
Mindfullness.