Tart-Cherry and Dark-Chocolate Bars

Name: Tart-Cherry and Dark-Chocolate Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 8 oz. dark-chocolate candy melts; 1/4 c. chopped dried tart cherries

By Cheryl SlocumPublished: Nov 1, 2012

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

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Tart cherries hiding in the center of these quick and easy chocolate bars deepen the earthiness of the dark chocolate.

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Ingredients

8 oz. dark-chocolate candy melts
1/4 cup chopped dried tart cherries

Directions

1. Step 1In a double boiler set over simmering water, heat chocolate, stirring frequently, until melted, about 5 minutes.
2. Step 2Fill four 5 3/8- by 2 1/8- by 1/8-inch candy bar molds halfway with chocolate. Divide cherries among molds; cover with remaining chocolate. Using a small offset spatula, smooth tops. Lightly tap molds on work surface to remove any air bubbles.
3. Step 3Refrigerate until set, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove and release chocolate bars. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place until ready to wrap, up to 4 weeks.