Pistachio Salted Caramel Bark (Print Version)

Layers of dark chocolate, buttery caramel, and crushed pistachios with flaky sea salt yield an indulgent treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolate Layer

01 - 10.5 oz high-quality dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped

→ Caramel Layer

02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
04 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
05 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt

→ Topping

06 - 2/3 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
07 - 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt (e.g., Maldon)

# How to Make It:

01 - Line a 9 x 13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Melt the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a double boiler until smooth. Pour onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly to a 1/4 inch thickness. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set.
03 - Heat granulated sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat, swirling gently until melted and amber in color. Add cubed butter and whisk until melted. Slowly add heavy cream and sea salt, whisking constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 2 minutes.
04 - Pour the caramel evenly over the chilled chocolate layer and spread quickly with a spatula.
05 - Sprinkle the chopped pistachios evenly over the caramel, then finish with flaky sea salt.
06 - Refrigerate for 30 to 40 minutes until fully set. Once firm, break into pieces and store in an airtight container in a cool place for up to one week.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It looks incredibly fancy but comes together in under half an hour of actual work.
  • The contrast between bitter chocolate, buttery caramel, and crunchy salt is completely addictive.
  • You can make it days ahead and it keeps beautifully in the fridge.
  • Breaking it into shards feels oddly satisfying, like cracking ice on a frozen puddle.
02 -
  • Don't stir the sugar while it melts or it'll crystallize into a grainy mess—just swirl the pan gently.
  • The caramel will bubble violently when you add the cream, so pour it in slowly and keep whisking.
  • If your caramel seizes or gets too thick, warm it gently over low heat and whisk in a splash more cream.
03 -
  • Use a really good flaky salt—the cheap stuff dissolves too fast and you lose that satisfying crunch.
  • Let the caramel cool for a full two minutes before pouring or it'll melt the chocolate layer underneath.
  • Break the bark into uneven pieces—it looks more homemade and charming that way.
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