You are about to commence on a culinary adventure to create a delightful treat: Dark Chocolate Bark with Pretzels and Bacon. This recipe perfectly balances the rich, deep flavors of dark chocolate with the crunchy texture of pretzels and the savory goodness of bacon. As a lover of sweet and salty combinations, I can assure you this is a dessert that will tantalize your taste buds!

Before we begin, let’s gather all the ingredients you will need:

• 12 ounces of dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
• 1 cup of pretzels (broken into pieces)
• 6 slices of cooked bacon (crumbled)
• Sea salt (for sprinkling)

Once you have everything prepared, it’s time to get started!

Step 1: Begin by melting your dark chocolate. I prefer to use a double boiler for this process. If you don’t have one, you can place a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Make sure the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Stir the chocolate occasionally until it’s completely melted and smooth. You can also use the microwave if you prefer. Just heat it in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until it’s melted.

Step 2: Once the chocolate is smooth, I like to line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This will prevent the chocolate from sticking and make cleanup a breeze. Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and use a spatula to spread it out into an even layer, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 3: Now comes the fun part! I will randomly sprinkle the crumbled bacon and broken pretzel pieces over the melted chocolate. You can add more or less depending on your preference. I always make sure to gently press them into the chocolate so they stick.

Step 4: For that extra touch, I sprinkle a little sea salt over the top. This will enhance the flavors and give it that irresistible sweet-and-salty combo that I can’t resist.

Step 5: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 1 to 2 hours or until the chocolate is firm. Once it’s set, I take it out and break the bark into pieces with my hands or use a knife to cut it into squares.

Enjoying my Dark Chocolate Bark with Pretzels and Bacon is always a pleasure! Whether I’m savoring it on my own or sharing it with friends and family, the combination is a guaranteed hit. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator if you prefer it chilled.

Feel free to experiment with other toppings such as nuts or dried fruit to personalize your bark. I hope you enjoy making this delightful treat as much as I do!