Chocolate Potato Chip Bark (Print Version)

Rich melted chocolate coats crispy salted chips, finished with flaky sea salt for a sweet and savory snack.

# Components:

→ Chocolate

01 - 10.5 oz high-quality dark or milk chocolate, chopped

→ Chips

02 - 5 oz plain salted potato chips

→ Finish

03 - 1 tsp flaky sea salt

# Directions:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Gently melt the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
03 - Spread the potato chips evenly on the parchment-lined baking sheet with slight overlap.
04 - Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the chips, using a spatula to ensure full coverage.
05 - Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the warm chocolate layer.
06 - Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for approximately 30 minutes until the chocolate is firm.
07 - Once set, break the bark into pieces and serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 15 minutes of actual work, making it perfect when you need dessert fast.
  • The contrast of crispy chips and smooth chocolate is genuinely addictive in a way that feels both indulgent and somehow not overly complicated.
  • People always think you spent hours on it, but you won't tell them the secret is just three ingredients and a refrigerator.
02 -
  • If your chocolate seizes up in the microwave, it's usually because steam got into it and there's honestly no saving it. The double boiler takes three extra minutes and prevents this disaster entirely.
  • The salt should go on while the chocolate is still warm or it just rolls around on top like you're decorating a Christmas card. Wait and you'll regret it.
  • Don't use kettle-cooked chips if you want elegant bark. They're delicious but they splinter oddly and make the whole thing feel more rustic than you might want.
03 -
  • Let your chocolate come to room temperature for a few minutes after melting if you're not immediately confident about the texture. You want it pourable but not thin.
  • Use the best potato chips you can find because they're actually the main event here, not just a vehicle for chocolate. Cheap chips taste grainy compared to good ones.
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