Dark Chocolate Berry Bark

on Jul 27 2026

This easy treat comes together in minutes, satisfies the urge for a bite of chocolate, while putting a random collection of berries to excellent use. 

Berries are the only fruit included in the MIND diet brain-healthy food groups. Eating two half-cup servings per week has been associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s. Other studies have shown that older adults who consume berries most days perform better on cognitive tests. 

Blue, black, purple, and red berries provide anthocyanin, a potent phytonutrient that may reduce amyloid protein deposition in the brain. Good choices include blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, currants, and cranberries.

Dark Chocolate Berry Bark

Annie Fenn, M.D.

Servings

4

Prep Time

30 minutes

Category

Dessert, Snack

Dark Chocolate Berry Bark

Ingredients

  • ½ cup dark (65% or more cacao) chocolate, broken into pieces 

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • ½ teaspoon pure almond, vanilla, or orange extract

  • 1 to 2 cups fresh berries, rinsed and patted dry

Directions

  1. Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl in a microwave oven using low power; keep a close eye on it by stirring every 10 seconds until no pieces remain. Stir in the olive oil and extract and pour onto the baking sheet. Spread with a spatula or spoon to make a thin layer. Top with as many berries as will fit in a single layer.

  2. Freeze until the chocolate is firm but the berries have not frozen solid, about 20 minutes. Break into pieces with your hands and enjoy. Store any leftovers in the freezer in an airtight container.

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  1. To melt the chocolate on the stove, place it in a heat-proof bowl placed over a pot of boiling water. (For best results, make sure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water.) When the chocolate is soft, remove from the heat and stir until all pieces have fully melted.

  2. Use good-quality dark chocolate chips instead, such as Guittard. For a sugar-free chocolate, try Lily’s. 
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