Recipe by April Viar
Sweet, salty holiday bark made for cozy nights and festive gifting
There are few things better than baking while watching delightfully bad holiday rom-coms, and this UNREAL Bark fits that vibe perfectly. It is fun to make, easy to customize, and feels extra special thanks to Certified Vegan UNREAL chocolates layered on top. This is the kind of recipe that turns a simple night in into a full-on holiday tradition.
Crisp saltine crackers, buttery caramel, melted chocolate, and candy toppings come together into a bark that is crunchy, rich, and completely addictive. Whether you are making treats for gifting or keeping a stash for yourself, this bark is guaranteed to bring joy in every bite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Sweet and Salty Balance – Crackers, caramel, and chocolate hit every craving.
- Holiday Ready – Perfect for gifting or party platters.
- Fun to Make – Easy steps with lots of room for creativity.
- Crowd-Pleasing Treat – Hard to stop at just one piece.
UNREAL Bark
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Festive Vegan Chocolate Candy Bark
This festive vegan chocolate candy bark layers crisp crackers, buttery caramel, melted chocolate, and Certified Vegan UNREAL candy for a sweet and salty holiday treat that is perfect for sharing or gifting.
Ingredients
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1 (5.0 oz) pack Certified Vegan UNREAL Dark Chocolate Peanut Gems
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1 (3.2 oz) pack Certified Vegan UNREAL Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups
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2 cups vegan chocolate chips
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40 saltine crackers
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1 cup vegan butter
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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Pinch of flaky sea salt
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a sheet pan with foil, covering the edges, then place parchment paper on top to line the pan.
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Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan. Set aside.
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In a saucepan over medium heat, add vegan butter and brown sugar. Stir occasionally until the sugar is fully dissolved. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Carefully pour the hot mixture evenly over the crackers, spreading with a spatula to fully coat the surface.
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Bake for 5 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the hot surface. Return the pan to the oven for 2 minutes, then remove once the chocolate looks glossy and melted.
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Spread the melted chocolate evenly across the pan.
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Immediately top with UNREAL peanut gems, almond butter cups, and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
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Let cool at room temperature for 10 minutes, then refrigerate for 2 hours until fully set.
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Lift the bark from the pan using the parchment paper and break into pieces.
Notes
Have all toppings ready before pouring the caramel.
Spread the chocolate while it is warm for a smooth finish.
Chill completely before breaking for clean pieces.
Store in an airtight container until ready to serve or gift.
Nutrition info is approximate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 310kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
