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Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Nut Bars

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These Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Nut Bars are crunchy, chewy, and perfectly balanced between sweet and salty. Loaded with roasted nuts, puffed rice, and a smooth dark chocolate coating, they make a wholesome yet indulgent snack or dessert.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups unsalted nuts of choice (such as 3/4 cup cashews, 3/4 cup peanuts, and 1 cup almonds)

1/2 cup puffed rice

1/4 cup brown rice syrup

1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1 cup dark chocolate chips

2 teaspoons coconut oil

Optional: flaky salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Spread the nuts in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 5–8 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned.
  3. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the toasted nuts and puffed rice.
  5. Microwave the brown rice syrup for 30 seconds to loosen. Whisk in the vanilla extract and sea salt. Pour over the nut mixture and stir until evenly coated.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press firmly into an even layer.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes. Cool for about 30 minutes, then remove from the pan. Cut in half lengthwise and slice each half into 5 bars. Let cool completely.
  8. Melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
  9. Dip the bottom of each bar into the melted chocolate and place on a parchment-lined sheet. Drizzle remaining chocolate over the tops and sprinkle with flaky salt if desired.
  10. Refrigerate until the chocolate is set, then serve.

Notes

  • Swap in walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts for different flavor variations.
  • Add chopped dried cranberries or cherries for sweetness.
  • Stir in 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds for added texture.
  • Use milk chocolate for a sweeter finish or drizzle white chocolate for decoration.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate in warm climates.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months and thaw at room temperature before serving.

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