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White Chocolate, Cherry and Pumpkin Seed Bark

Happy National White Chocolate Day! I figured there was no better way to celebrate an obscure food holiday than to whip up a seasonal take on one of my favorite easy desserts, chocolate bark. This make-ahead confection can be loaded with your choice of dried fruits, nuts and spices.
4 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 15 servings

Ingredients  

  • 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds
  • Pinch of salt
  • 12 oz. white chocolate (Recommended: Valrhona)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Allspice
  • 3/4 cup pitted, dried tart cherries

Instructions 

  • Toast the pumpkin seeds by placing them in a pan over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning (be careful as the seeds may crackle as they heat).
  • Remove the toasted seeds, toss them with the salt and and set them aside to cool.
  • Make a double boiler by first boiling a large pot of water.
  • Break the chocolate bar into pieces then add the pieces to a smaller pot. Hold the smaller pot over the boiling water to melt the chocolate, careful not to let any water leak into the smaller pot.
  • Stir the chocolate continuously until it is smooth. Add the Allspice and mix until well incorporated.
  • Pour the chocolate onto a baking sheet lined with a Silpat or parchment paper.
  • Use a rubber spatula to spread the chocolate out until it is roughly ¼" thick.
  • Immediately top with the toasted pumpkin seeds and dried cherries.
  • Let the bark harden in the refrigerator or in a cool, dry place for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
  • Cut or break the chocolate bark into pieces and enjoy!

Kelly's Note:

  • Store any leftover bark in the fridge to ensure that it stays firm.
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