Ingredients:
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (70% or higher)
- ½ cup almonds, chopped
- 1 tbsp coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions:
- Melt dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler.
- Stir in chopped almonds and coconut flakes if using.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Break into pieces before serving.
Dark chocolate is also rich in flavonoids, which are powerful antioxidants that can help protect against cardiovascular disease. Eating almonds with dark chocolate also provides a great source of dietary fiber and Vitamin E, making it an excellent healthy snack choice.
By opting for gluten-free chocolate, you avoid uncomfortable symptoms like digestive distress, bloating, and other reactions that gluten can trigger. Choosing gluten-free chocolate also ensures safety without sacrificing taste or quality.
What are the health benefits of dark chocolate?
Cocoa has been associated with health benefits that may include :
- reducing free radicals.
- improving blood flow.
- lowering blood pressure.
- lowering “bad cholesterol”
- reducing inflammation.
- reducing insulin resistance.
- improving the brain’s ability to make new connections between neurons.
- increasing microbiome diversity.
