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Dark chocolate with sea salt almonds in a chocolate bar

Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Almonds

A delightful treat that combines luscious dark chocolate with crunchy toasted almonds, perfect for snacking or gifting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Coating
  • 6 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet high-quality chocolate Rich and velvety, forms the luscious coating.
Almonds
  • 1.5 cups whole almonds (raw and unsalted) Provides a satisfying contrast to the smooth chocolate.
Toppings
  • to taste coarse sea salt or flaky sea salt Enhances the sweetness of the chocolate.
  • to taste turbinado sugar (or any coarse/raw sugar) Adds an extra layer of sweetness and visual appeal.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Melting Chocolate
  1. Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or the microwave in 30-second increments until smooth.
  2. If tempering, do not refrigerate the finished nuts to keep the texture.
Coating Almonds
  1. Stir the whole almonds into the melted chocolate until fully coated.
  2. Lift out the almonds one by one, tapping to release excess chocolate before placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
Finishing Touches
  1. Sprinkle the coated almonds with coarse sea salt and turbinado sugar.
  2. Refrigerate until the chocolate hardens for quicker setting.

Notes

Choose quality ingredients for better flavor. Experiment with spices like cinnamon or vanilla for added flavor. You can double or triple the recipe for larger gatherings.