🍊🌶️ Chilli Orange Dark Chocolate Bark

A bold flavour twist that brings together citrus, spice, and rich dark chocolate.

Mon Oct 27, 2025


A bold flavour twist that brings together citrus, spice, and rich dark chocolate.

If you're ready to level up your chocolate game, this Chilli Orange Dark Chocolate Bark is where sweet meets heat. The bittersweet richness of dark chocolate is brightened with fresh orange zest, spiced with a pinch of red chilli flakes, and finished with crunchy pistachios. It's simple, quick, and unexpectedly addictive. This no-bake, eggless recipe is a great addition to your chocolate bark collection—perfect for gifting, plating, or snacking straight from the fridge.

🍫 Ingredients

IngredientQuantity
Dark chocolate150 g
Orange zest2 g
Red chilli flakes0.5 g
Pistachios (chopped)25 g

👩‍🍳 Method
  1. Melt the chocolate
    Use a double boiler or microwave (30-second bursts) to melt the dark chocolate until smooth and glossy.
  2. Flavour it
    Stir in the fresh orange zest while the chocolate is warm to infuse it with citrus oils.
  3. Spread & layer
    Pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined tray and spread evenly.
  4. Top it off
    Sprinkle with red chilli flakes and chopped pistachios while the chocolate is still wet.
  5. Set & snap
    Refrigerate for 20–25 minutes or until completely firm. Break into bark-style shards.

📝 Tips
  • Use good-quality couverture dark chocolate for best results.
  • Adjust the chilli flakes to your spice preference.
  • For extra texture, try adding candied orange peel or a pinch of sea salt.
  • Stores well in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

This bark is perfect for those who love adventurous flavour combos and makes a stunning addition to dessert platters or gourmet gift boxes. Want more no-bake, eggless chocolate ideas? Explore the rest of our Artisan Bark Series for more creative inspiration.

Anshita Jain
Engineer by fate, dessert dreamer by day, analyst by night. Living life one bite (and Excel sheet) at a time..