(Almost) Instant Mint Berry Carob Bark
This quick and healthy carob bark is a delicious alternative to chocolate, featuring a refreshing mint flavor and bursts of freeze-dried berries. It’s naturally sweetened, dairy-free, and perfect for an energizing treat or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 Tbsp softened coconut oil (I used unrefined extra virgin)
- 3 Tbsp carob powder (or cacao/cocoa powder but won't be caffeine free)*
- pinch of stevia or 1 Tbsp honey, agave or maple syrup or to taste
- 1/8 tsp pure peppermint oil/extract
- 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract, optional
- pinch of sea salt, optional (but SO good)
- 1/3 cup frozen mixed berries, chopped into small pieces (I leave blueberries whole), I use the organic antioxidant mix from Costco
Instructions
- Line a small plate or dish with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted coconut oil, carob (or cacao), stevia/sweetener, salt and extracts. Stir well until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust if you want it sweeter.
- Spoon the mixture onto the parchment paper into two rounds.4. Sprinkle the frozen fruit over the mixture and watch it start to freeze. Set it freezer for an additional few minutes to harden and enjoy!
- Serves 2 or 1 large, generous portion :)Store leftovers in freezer, the frozen fruit will get mushy in the fridge otherwise.