Pecan Cherry Bark

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • Dash ground nutmeg
  • Dash ground cinnamon
  • 1-3/4 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 pound dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons shortening, divided
  • 1 pound milk chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and spices; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is completely dissolved, about 3 minutes. Stir in pecans until coated. Spread onto foil to cool.
  2. Line two 15x10x1-in. pans with parchment or waxed paper. In a microwave, melt dark chocolate candy coating and 1 tablespoon shortening, stirring until smooth. Divide between prepared pans, spreading to desired thickness. Refrigerate just until set, but not firm.
  3. In microwave, melt milk chocolate candy coating and 1 tablespoon shortening, stirring to blend; spread over dark chocolate layer. Refrigerate until set, but not firm.
  4. Repeat with white candy coating and remaining shortening; spread over top. Sprinkle with cherries and candied pecans, pressing to adhere. Refrigerate until firm. Break into pieces.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

1032 kcal 52% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.8g 14% DV
Total Fat 81.6g 100% DV
Carbs 80.8g 29% DV
Fiber 21.8g 78% DV
Sugar 38g 76% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 156.8mg 7% DV
Potassium 416mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 5.8mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 2.2mg 2% DV
Calcium 356mg 27% DV
Iron 4.3mg 24% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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