Recipe of the day: Jenny Morris’ choc cherry bark

Creating a delectable chocolate treat can be as simple as combining melted dark chocolate with fresh cherries, chopped nuts, and a pinch of flaky salt. Once the mixture is chilled until set, it can be broken into shards for serving or gifting. The recipe for this delightful treat, known as Choc Cherry Bark, is courtesy of Juicy Delicious Print and was prepared by Jenny Morris.

To prepare the Choc Cherry Bark, begin by melting 300 grams of dark chocolate. Spread the melted chocolate onto a lined tray. Next, scatter 1 cup of pitted and halved fresh cherries, along with ½ cup of chopped pistachios or almonds, and a pinch of flaky salt over the chocolate. Allow the mixture to chill until it reaches a solid state. Once set, break the chocolate bark into shards for serving or gifting.

This versatile treat is perfect for various occasions. For a cocktail party, break the shards into jagged pieces and arrange them on a platter with flutes of bubbly. On a cheese board, serve the Choc Cherry Bark alongside salty blue cheese or goat’s cheese to create a delightful sweet-sour combination. As a gift, wrap the shards in cellophane with a ribbon for a chic homemade present.

For an intimate after-dinner experience, serve a few glossy shards with espresso or port to create a memorable finish. The sweet and sexy shards are ideal for snacking or gifting, and when scattered on a Christmas dessert platter, they add a festive red, dark, and dramatic touch, evoking the spirit of celebration in edible form.