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Spiced Maple & Salted Caramel Halloween Bark

This Halloween bark is a rich chocolate treat layered with a spicy maple glaze and salted caramel, creating a complex flavor profile with smoky, sweet, and salty notes. The final texture is crisp and breakable, with a glossy, textured surface that’s both visually appealing and indulgent. It’s an easy, customizable dessert perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g dark chocolate good quality, chopped
  • 3 tbsp spiced maple syrup warm, smoky with cinnamon and ginger
  • 1/4 cup salted caramel store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup pecans roughly chopped
  • pinch sea salt preferably flaky Maldon salt

Equipment

  • Heatproof bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife or breaker

Method
 

  1. Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Set the bowl over a pot of simmering water, making sure the bottom doesn’t touch the water.
  3. Gently melt the chocolate, stirring constantly until smooth and glossy, and the chocolate is fully melted. The aroma of rich cocoa will fill your kitchen.
  4. Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking tray, then use a spatula to spread it into an even, thin layer.
  5. Bake the chocolate at 150°C (300°F) for about 5 minutes to deepen the flavor, then remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
  6. Once the chocolate has cooled just enough to handle, drizzle the warm spiced maple syrup over the surface in a zigzag pattern, then add dollops of salted caramel and swirl gently with a spatula for a marbled effect.
  7. Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the top, then finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt for that perfect salty crunch.
  8. Allow the bark to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then transfer it to the refrigerator for an additional 15 minutes to set completely.
  9. Once fully hardened, break the bark into rustic shards using a knife or by hand, revealing the textured, glossy surface.
  10. Enjoy your homemade Halloween bark, perfect for sharing or indulging during cozy nights!

Notes

For extra spice, sprinkle chili flakes before cooling. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.