Gluten-Free Chocolate Bark with Mixed Nuts

By Gluten Free Recipes team · Updated October 25, 2026

This decadent gluten-free chocolate bark, a delightful blend of rich chocolate and crunchy nuts. Its satisfying snap and sweet, nutty aroma make it the perfect treat for any occasion.

Easy gluten free vegan dairy free

Prep: 25 min Cook: 20 min Total: 45 min Serves: 4

At a glance: This easy desserts recipe yields 4 servings in about 45 minutes (25 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 4 ingredients — including high-quality dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate, mixed nuts, dried fruit — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more desserts recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

Gluten-free chocolate bark with mixed nuts made with high-quality dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate, mixed nuts and dried fruit

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Chocolate Bark with Mixed Nuts: When preparing this desserts recipe, always ensure your chocolate, nuts, and any optional additions like dried fruit are gluten-free. Be mindful of shared equipment or preparation surfaces that may have come into contact with gluten. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Chocolate Bark with Mixed Nuts: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on high-quality chocolate and nuts. Ensure all added ingredients like dried fruit are gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination with gluten-containing grains.

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Ingredients

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12 oz high-quality dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate Shop
1 cup mixed nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, pecans, pistachios), roughly chopped Shop
0.25 cup dried fruit (optional, e.g., cranberries, cherries), chopped Shop
1 tbsp sea salt flakes (optional, for finishing)

Instructions

1 Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring it lies flat. This will prevent the chocolate from sticking and make for easy removal later. Have your chopped nuts and optional dried fruit ready for easy incorporation.
2 Melt the dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate. You can do this gently in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth and glossy, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
3 Once the chocolate is completely melted and smooth, stir in about three-quarters of the chopped mixed nuts and any optional dried fruit. Mix thoroughly for about 1-2 minutes to ensure the nuts and fruit are evenly distributed throughout the luscious chocolate.
4 Pour the chocolate mixture onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it into an even layer, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. This ensures consistent thickness for easy breaking later. Sprinkle the remaining chopped nuts and optional sea salt flakes evenly over the top of the chocolate layer for visual appeal and added texture.
5 Allow the chocolate bark to set completely at room temperature, or speed up the process by refrigerating it for about 15-20 minutes until firm to the touch. Once fully hardened, break the bark into irregular pieces by hand or with a knife. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Nutrition (per serving)

280

Calories

Protein

46g

Carbs

20g

Fat

Fiber

130mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Chop a labeled gluten-free dark chocolate bar into pea-size pieces before melting, and take the bowl off the heat while a few small lumps remain. Stirring finishes the melt without scorching.
Keep the bowl, spatula and chopped nuts completely dry. A few drops of water or steam from the double boiler can make the melted base seize into a stiff, grainy paste.
For neater shards, score the bark lightly with a knife partway through chilling, while it is still slightly soft. Once fully firm, it snaps cleanly along those lines instead of splintering.

Common questions

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Chocolate Bark with Mixed Nuts?

Check high-quality dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate, mixed nuts , roughly chopped, dried fruit , chopped before they go into Gluten-Free Chocolate Bark with Mixed Nuts. Always ensure your chocolate, nuts, and any optional additions like dried fruit are gluten-free. Be mindful of shared equipment or preparation surfaces that may have come into contact with gluten. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.

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