Dark Chocolate Detox Bites

AN EASY, DETOX-FRIENDLY SNACK YOU CAN ENJOY ANYTIME

Looking for a snack that feels indulgent and supports your wellness goals? These dark chocolate bites — inspired by the classic French mendiants — are the perfect answer. They're beautiful, simple to make, and packed with clean, detox-supporting ingredients like antioxidant-rich cacao, dried fruits, and crunchy nuts and seeds.

Make a batch to keep on hand for an afternoon pick-me-up, travel snack, or healthy dessert. They’re as pretty as they are good for you!

INGREDIENTS

  • 8 oz dark chocolate (I used Trader Joe’s 73% Super Dark — the higher the cacao %, the better!)

  • Assorted dried fruits, chopped into small pieces (apricots, cranberries, goji berries, dates, etc.)

  • Chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pecans — use what you have on hand)

  • Seeds (hemp, flax, sesame, chia, poppy — these add texture and a nutritional boost)

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Prep your surface: Lay out a sheet of parchment, wax paper, or foil on your counter. If you’ll refrigerate your bites, place the paper on a baking sheet for easy transfer.

  2. Melt the chocolate:

    • Chop your chocolate into small chunks.

    • Place in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 60 seconds. Stir.

    • Heat for another 30 seconds, stir again until fully melted. (If needed, microwave in additional 10–15 second bursts, stirring each time.)

  3. Form the bites:

    • Use a spoon to drop small pools of melted chocolate onto the parchment. Let it drip naturally into circles about 2–2½ inches wide.

    • While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle each circle with a mix of chopped fruit, nuts, and seeds. Be generous — this is where the magic happens!

  4. Set the chocolate:

    • Let the bites firm up at room temperature (about 30–60 minutes), or pop them in the fridge for a quicker set.

  5. Store and enjoy:

    • Keep in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for up to 3 weeks — or freeze for longer!

Why You’ll Love These

  • Quick & Easy – No baking required.

  • Wholesome & Nourishing – Full of antioxidants, fiber, and healthy fats.

  • Customizable – Use what you have in your pantry!

  • Perfect for Gifts – Wrap them up in a cute tin or box.

Whether you're looking for a better-for-you sweet treat or a clean snack to fuel your day, these chocolate bites are a delicious way to indulge mindfully.

✨ Enjoy — and don’t forget to make a few extra… they disappear fast!

Suzanne MooreComment