This Almond and Chocolate Brittle is the kind of simple, satisfying treat you’ll want to make on repeat. With just three ingredients—milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and crunchy roasted almonds—it’s a deliciously rich dessert that delivers on flavor and texture with almost no effort. Whether you're looking for a quick homemade gift, a no-bake holiday treat, or just something sweet to keep in the fridge, this chocolate almond bark has you covered.
Almond and Chocolate Brittle is a type of candy bark made by combining melted chocolate with toasted nuts—in this case, almonds—and allowing it to harden into a slab that can be broken into pieces. It blends the crisp texture of roasted nuts with the smooth richness of chocolate for a satisfyingly snappy bite. Unlike traditional sugar brittle, which is cooked to a caramel stage, this version skips the stovetop sugar syrup and uses chocolate as the binding base, making it faster and easier to prepare. It’s a modern, no-fuss take on a classic sweet.
Yes. You can go all dark, all milk, or even white chocolate if preferred. Just be sure to adjust sweetness to your taste.
Let the brittle cool at room temperature for about 3 hours, or speed it up by refrigerating for 45–60 minutes.
Roasting is recommended for best flavor and crunch. You can roast them yourself or use pre-roasted unsalted almonds.
Keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for extra snap.
Absolutely! Break into pieces and package in small bags or boxes for a delicious homemade gift.
Store Almond and Chocolate Brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. To keep it extra firm and snappy, you can also refrigerate it for up to 10 days.
To freeze, layer brittle between sheets of parchment paper in a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to one month. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Start by roasting the almonds. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden and fragrant. Let them cool slightly.
Start by roasting the almonds. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden and fragrant. Let them cool slightly.
Meanwhile, melt both the milk chocolate and dark chocolate together using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
Once the chocolate is melted, add the roasted almonds and mix thoroughly to coat each nut in the glossy chocolate mixture.
Meanwhile, melt both the milk chocolate and dark chocolate together using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pour the chocolate-almond mixture onto the sheet and spread it out into an even layer using a spatula. Aim for a thickness of about 1 centimeter.
Once the chocolate is melted, add the roasted almonds and mix thoroughly to coat each nut in the glossy chocolate mixture.
Let the brittle cool at room temperature for at least 3 hours, or until completely firm. Once set, break into pieces and serve. Enjoy this crunchy, chocolatey delight as a snack, dessert, or giftable treat.