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Caramel Apple Bark

Caramel Apple Bark is a no-bake candy made by melting white chocolate, swirling in caramel, then topping with crushed freeze-dried apples and cinnamon. Chill until set, then break into rustic shards with marbled caramel ribbons and apple flecks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
chill time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

white chocolate chips
  • 3 cup white chocolate chips
caramel sauce
  • 0.5 cup caramel sauce divided
freeze-dried apple pieces
  • 1 cup freeze-dried apple pieces crushed
cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon
flaky sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp flaky sea salt for topping

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Prep and line
  1. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper, leaving a smooth surface so the bark sets evenly.
Melt and spread chocolate
  1. Melt white chocolate chips in the microwave using 30-second bursts, stirring between each burst until smooth.
  2. Spread the melted white chocolate evenly onto the lined sheet pan to form a thin, consistent layer.
Swirl and top
  1. Drizzle half the caramel sauce over the chocolate and swirl gently with a knife while the chocolate is still warm.
  2. Sprinkle crushed freeze-dried apple pieces and cinnamon over the top so they adhere to the chocolate.
  3. Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce over the bark and finish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
Chill and break
  1. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until set, so the chocolate firms up and the caramel ribbons hold their shape.
  2. Break the bark into rustic pieces and serve once fully firm.

Notes

Pro tip: Work quickly while the chocolate is still warm so the caramel swirls in nicely instead of sitting on top. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 7 days; keep at room temperature only briefly for serving. Freezing is not recommended because the texture of the caramel and apple pieces can change. For a gluten-free option, no changes are needed since the ingredients listed are naturally gluten-free.