If you’re looking for a quick and festive holiday treat that looks fancy but takes almost no effort, this cranberry pistachio bark is it. With rich chocolate, tart cranberries, and crunchy pistachios, every bite feels like the holidays.

It’s perfect for gifting, sharing at parties, or adding a colorful touch to your dessert platter. Made with just three ingredients, it’s a no-bake recipe you can pull together in minutes, no candy thermometer required.

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Every year, I like to make at least one easy holiday treat that doesn’t leave my kitchen in chaos. This pistachio cranberry bark has become my go-to.

How to Make Cranberry Pistachio Bark

Here are the ingredients you need to make this pistachio cranberry bark recipe, plus step by step instructions for how to make it.

Ingredients

12 oz. Chocolate block
¼ cup pistachios, slightly chopped
¼ cup dried cranberries

Step by Step Instructions

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.

2. Cut the chocolate block into smaller pieces and place them in a microwave-safe bowl.

3. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each round, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.

4. Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly into a layer about ¼ inch thick.

5. Evenly sprinkle the chopped pistachios and dried cranberries over the top while the chocolate is still warm.

6. Place the tray in the freezer for about 10 minutes, or until the bark is firm.

7. Once set, remove and break into pieces of your preferred size.

8. Enjoy right away or store in an airtight container until ready to serve or gift.

Once it’s chilled and broken into pieces, I always sneak a few before wrapping the rest up for gifts. It’s just too good not to. This bark is one of those recipes that’s easy to remember, quick to make, and perfect for when you need something sweet in a hurry. Keep it simple, and enjoy the holiday chaos with a little chocolate on the side.

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This Cranberry Pistachio Bark is an easy, no-bake holiday treat made with just chocolate, pistachios, and cranberries. Perfect for dessert trays, last-minute gifts, or a quick sweet snack.

Prep Time5

Down Time10

Total Time15

Course: Dessert

Servings: 18

Author: Carol

Ingredients

12 oz. Chocolate block
¼ cup pistachios, slightly chopped
¼ cup dried cranberries

Instructions

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
Cut the chocolate block into smaller pieces and place them in a microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each round, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly into a layer about ¼ inch thick.
Evenly sprinkle the chopped pistachios and dried cranberries over the top while the chocolate is still warm.
Place the tray in the freezer for about 10 minutes, or until the bark is firm.
Once set, remove and break into pieces of your preferred size.
Enjoy right away or store in an airtight container until ready to serve or gift.