Rose and strawberry layer dark choc bark

Nothing says 'love' like real rose petals and chocolate.

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Serves 8

Prep

11H 15M

Cook

Total

11H 20M

Spring has long been associated with romance, and there’s nothing more lovey-dovey than roses and chocolate.

This delectable chocolate bark recipe by Janelle Bloom — which blends rose-petal strawberry jam, pistachios and real roses — is a cinch. And it’s so pretty, this cracking dessert will also impress your loved ones.

Just heavenly.

Ingredients

400g dark chocolate, chopped

1/2 cup rose petal strawberry jam (see recipe here)

1/2 cup pistachios, roasted, coarsely chopped

1 teaspoon canola oil

1/3 cup food-grade organic dried rose petals

1/4 cup food-grade organic dried rosebuds

Method

Step 1

Line a 24cm x 30cm baking tray with baking paper.

Step 2

Melt 200g of the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl on MEDIUM heat in 1-minute bursts, stirring every minute with a metal spoon until smooth. Spread the chocolate over the base of the pan. Tap the pan on the bench a few times so the chocolate spreads in an even layer. Allow to stand at room temperature until just firm to touch (see tip).

Step 3

Carefully spread the jam over the chocolate. Melt the remaining 200g chocolate, as before. Stir in the canola oil. Pour the chocolate evenly over the jam. Tap the pan on the bench a few times so it spreads in an even layer. Scatter over the pistachios, rose petals and buds, gently poking into the chocolate. Refrigerate until set.

Step 4

Use a sharp knife to cut into pleces to serve.

Rose strawberry layer dark chocolate bark dessert — Pretty delicious. (Photography: Tim Roberts, Styling: Michele Cranston)

Cook’s tip

Name: Rose and strawberry layer dark choc bark
Prep time: 675 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 680 min
Yield: 8

If the chocolate sets too firm in step 2, it may crack when you tap the bark on the bench to level in step 3.

Recipe developer Janelle Bloom Food creator

Janelle Bloom is a celebrated food stylist, recipe creator, and the author of four bestselling cookbooks. Many will remember her from the fun‑loving TV favourite Ready Steady Cook. Janelle believes great cooking starts with confidence, a little patience, and recipes that are thoroughly tested, foolproof, and easy to follow. She champions seasonal ingredients and insists every dish should taste every bit as good as it looks — which is why she loves collaborating with Sarah and the Better Homes & Gardens team.