Chocolate Chunks with Cherries and Pistachios
From the kitchen of CarlyBittersweet chocolate studded with toasted pistachios and tart cherries. Creamy from a splash of milk and butter, this confection delivers bright fruit against rich, nutty depth. Cut into squares and keep on hand for afternoon cravings that need real satisfaction.
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- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
Ingredients
4 servings
- 1"12 ounces bittersweet Bakers chocolate, chopped", 1/2 cup whole milk
- 13 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 11/4 teaspoon salt
- 11 cup shelled pistachios
- 11 cup dried tart cherries
Instructions
1. In a large microwaveable bowl, combine chocolate, milk, butter, and salt. Place bowl in microwave and heat on high for 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Remove and whisk until combined and smooth. (If chocolate is not completely melted after whisking, return to microwave for 1 minute and repeat step.)
2. Stir in pistachios and cherries. Line the bottom and sides of a 9 x 9-inch pan with plastic wrap. Pour chocolate mixture into pan, scraping bowl, and smooth out evenly. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
3. Remove pan from refrigerator and invert chocolate mixture onto a cutting board. Remove plastic and cut chocolate with a knife into desired shape and size. Serve at room temperature.