Sugar-Free Chocolate Bark – Crunchy, Low-Carb, and Holiday-Ready

Because one “innocent” piece usually led to a glucose spike or gut bomb from fake sweeteners. This version skips the sugar and the bloat—with simple, keto-safe ingredients that hit just as hard as the traditional stuff.

💡 What Makes This Work (Without the Sugar)

• High-quality sugar-free chocolate (think: Lily’s, ChocZero, Hu)—melts smooth, sets with snap
• Toasted nuts for crunch and fat
• Low-sugar berries or coconut flakes for color and bite
• No added sweetener needed if you start with the right chocolate chips

You’re just melting, sprinkling, and chilling—but the texture is where this shines.

🧾 Ingredients That Kept It Keto

• 2 cups sugar-free dark chocolate chips – Go for 70%+ cacao. Stevia or monkfruit-sweetened only.
• ½ tsp vanilla extract – Adds warmth and depth
• 1 cup dry roasted peanuts – Crunch and fat; just check for no added sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened barberries OR swaps – Barberries are tart and low-sugar, but you can swap easily (see below)

🔁 Low-Carb Substitutions That Hold Up

Swap In	For What	Carb Impact	Notes
Chopped almonds	Peanuts	Slightly lower	Toast for max flavor
Unsweetened coconut flakes	Barberries	~1g net per piece	Adds texture, very low carb
Freeze-dried raspberries (crushed)	Barberries	Tart, minimal sugar	Bright red color, very festive
White SF chocolate drizzle	Optional	~1g net per piece	Adds contrast, use sparingly

⚠️ Learn From My Low-Carb Fails

What Went Wrong	Why It Happens	How to Fix It
Chocolate seized	Got water in it during melting	Keep bowls 100% dry, low/slow heat
Bark too soft	Used chocolate with too much allulose	Use one with cocoa butter for snap
Layer too thick	Didn’t spread thin enough	Aim for ⅛”–¼” max thickness

👩‍🍳 How to Make It (Step-by-Step)

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment, leaving overhang as “handles.”
2. Melt 2 cups sugar-free chocolate chips using microwave (30-sec bursts) or double boiler.
3. Stir in ½ tsp vanilla extract.
4. Pour onto parchment, spread evenly to ⅛–¼” thickness.
5. While still warm, sprinkle with chopped peanuts and barberries or coconut.
6. Let set at room temp for 30 mins, then chill for 1 hour.
7. Break into 24 pieces once firm.

🧠 Pro Tip: Want white chocolate drizzle? Melt ¼ cup sugar-free white chips + ½ tsp coconut oil and zigzag it over the top after the bark sets.

🧊 Storage + Tracking Tips

• Fridge: 2 weeks in an airtight container
• Freezer: Yep—freeze flat in a layer, then transfer to bag
• Room temp? Only if your house is cool—chocolate melts fast if above 72°F
• Tracking: 1 piece = 81 kcal, 7g total carbs, 1g fiber → ~6g net carbs

❓ Keto Bark FAQs (Real Answers)

Are barberries keto?
They’re low in sugar per sprinkle and add great tartness. Use sparingly—1 tbsp per serving is fine. Otherwise, swap with coconut or nuts.

Can I sweeten it more?
If your chocolate is too bitter, melt it with 1–2 tsp powdered monkfruit or allulose. Stir well before pouring.

Does it really set hard?
Yes—if you use chocolate with cocoa butter, and let it fully chill before cutting.

🔢 Full Nutrition Facts (Per Piece, 24 Servings)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	81 kcal
Fat	4 g
Protein	2 g
Total Carbs	7 g
Fiber	1 g
Net Carbs	6 g
Sugar	1 g (natural)
Sodium	1 mg
Iron	1 mg

Check out More Recipes:

• Sugar-Free Yogurt Bark – Cool, Creamy, and Actually Healthy
• Sugar-Free Chocolate Mug Cake – 1 Minute, 3g Net Carbs, No Regrets
• Sugar-Free Chocolate Cupcakes – Rich, Low-Carb, and Totally Keto-Approved