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Adaptogenic Aphrodisiac Chocolate Bark

Published: Jan 22, 2019 · Modified: Feb 27, 2024 by Tristin Rieken · 9 Comments

Aphrodisiac Chocolate Bark is easy to whip up with this homemade recipe with common foods, edible flowers and adaptogens.

Aphrodisiac Chocolate Bark is easy to whip up with this homemade recipe with common foods, edible flowers and adaptogens.
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Aphrodisiac chocolate recipe

Do you believe in the feel-good power of foods and flowers? You just might after reading this article! But one thing’s for certain regardless of whether you’re yet a functional foods believer, this homemade dark chocolate candy is such a sweet treat!

Many plants, flowers, and foods have properties that can increase feelings of happiness, decrease stress and relax the brain. Therefore possibly increasing libido.

Aphrodisiac Chocolate Bark is easy to whip up with this homemade recipe with common foods, edible flowers and adaptogens.

Whether you’re looking for a great make-ahead holiday gift. Or want a fun (and sexy!) diy date-night-in idea, look no further! Making this easy dark chocolate bark is as easy as melting chocolate and sprinkling on your choice of toppings.

Make sure your gift comes with a warning of what’s inside if you choose to add more potent funcional foods like adaptogens or cbds. Wondering what in the heck functional foods like adaptogens are? To learn more about different adaptogens and their potential powerful effects here.


Aphrodisiac foods

By no means an exhaustive list of aphrodisiac foods these are merely suggestions of functional foods and flowers and their known effects. All which happen to be delicious in dark chocolate bark.

  • almonds – increases blood flow and contain selenium and zinc which are essential for reproductive help
  • ashwagandha
  • cinnamon – heats the body, increases appetite and improves cognitive function
  • chilis – the spiciness increases blood flow, increases endorphins and stimulates nerve endings
  • cardamom – increases blood flow and releases muscular tension
  • cordyceps – increases testosterone, reduces fatigue and increases blood flow
  • chamomile – relaxes the brain and eases the stomach
  • dark chocolate – contains a stimulating chemical known as phenylethlamine, that stimulates the sense of excitement and well being boosting seratonin in the brain
  • ginger – increases blood flow and warms the blood
  • ginseng – ‘korean gingseng’ increases desire and performance
  • guarana
  • lavender
  • maca – ‘peruvian ginseng” increases stamina and heightens awareness
  • mucuna – dopamine and energy booster
  • passionflower tea – increases the effects of mucuna
  • pumpkin seeds – high in magnesium and zinc, which is essential for healthy sperm production and preventing testosterone deficiency in men.
  • rose – often associated with love it is said to offer us the ability to accept the love of others and ourselves
  • saffron
  • vanilla bean – the smell and taste are highly rated as euphoric and sensual and has been shown to have a calming effect
  • walnuts
With common foods, edible flowers and adaptogens it's easy to whip up a delicious Aphrodisiac Chocolate Bark just in time for Valentine's Day!   aphrodisiac how do they work, meaning, food, herbs | adaptogens | edible flowers | valentines day gifts |  Chocolate bark | aphrodisiac desserts |

Step by step instructions

  1. Choose ingredients and prep everything. Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. And find a large stockpot and a medium bowl that fits into the pot while also resting on the edge. Having everything ready will ensure that you can temper your chocolate with ease and that your perfectly tempered chocolate doesn’t harden before you add in all the goods.
  2. Temper chocolate. Start by bringing a large pot of water to a simmer. When the water is simmering turn off the heat and place ⅔ of your dark chocolate in the bowl. Place bowl in the pot so the bottom is resting in the water but no water escapes over the edge. If you get even a drop of water in your chocolate it will seize and you’ll have to start over. Once the bowl is over the warm water let it sit uncovered. Do not stir. When it is about ¾ melted gently stir until it is completely melted and remove from the water bath. Then slowly and gently stir remaining ⅓ chocolate into the melted chocolate until it’s completely melted.
Chocolate being poured into a puddle on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  1. Pour chocolate into the prepared lined sheet pan. Immediately sprinkle all ingredients over top.
Homemade chocolate bark recipe topped with aphrodisiac foods.
  1. Leave out at room temperature to cool. Then break into pieces.
Aphrodisiac Chocolate Bark is easy to whip up with this homemade recipe with common foods, edible flowers and adaptogens.
  1. Enjoy!

How to store

Store aphrodisiac chocolate bark at room temperature for up to three weeks. Or store refrigerated if you live in a hot environment.

To extend the shelf life of chocolate bark store frozen for up to six months.

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Aphrodisiac Chocolate Bark is easy to whip up with this homemade recipe with common foods, edible flowers and adaptogens.

Aphrodisiac Chocolate Bark

Aphrodisiac Chocolate Bark is easy to whip up with this homemade recipe with common foods, edible flowers and adaptogens.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
resting time: 1 hour hour
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 142kcal
Author: Tristin Rieken

Ingredients

  • 3 cups bittersweet chocolate chips at least 60% cacao, about 20 ounces
  • ½ cup almonds
  • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
  • 2 teaspoons mucuna powder
  • ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt
  • pink peppercorns optional
  • rose hips optional
  • chamomile flowers optional
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Instructions

  • Cover a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Choose and prep all ingredients. Place 2 cups of chocolate in a very dry heat safe bowl that can fit snugly inside a large pot and rest on the edge.
    3 cups bittersweet chocolate chips
  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to a simmer. Turn off the heat. Place bowl with chocolate inside the pot of water and do not stir. The bottom of the bowl should be submerged and water should slightly come up the sides without spilling out and into the chocolate.
  • Let sit uncovered until the chocolate is about ¾ of the way melted. Then gently stir until it is completely melted.
  • Remove from water bath and dry the bowl, then slowly and gently stir in the remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips until completely melted. 
  • Sprinkle mucuna powder over the tempered chocolate and stir to combine. Then add in a handful of the almonds and pumpkin seeds reserving most to sprinkle on top.
    ½ cup almonds, 2 teaspoons mucuna powder, ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
  • Pour onto prepared lined baking sheet and sprinkle additional ingredients on top while still warm. 
    ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt, pink peppercorns, rose hips, chamomile flowers
  • Leave out at room temperature to set. Or refrigerate to speed up the process. Once cool snap or cut into pieces. Cover and store at room temperature up to 6 weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 168mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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Nutrition Facts
Aphrodisiac Chocolate Bark
Amount Per Serving
Calories 142 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Sodium 72mg3%
Potassium 168mg5%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin C 0.1mg0%
Calcium 76mg8%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    April 05, 2019 at 9:40 am

    This is really helpful, thanks.

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  2. Rocco

    April 07, 2019 at 9:51 pm

    Thanks for the great manual

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  3. review

    April 18, 2019 at 7:33 am

    Thanks, it is very informative

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  4. Chet

    April 23, 2019 at 12:59 am

    Thanks for the terrific manual

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  5. Sapana

    January 17, 2020 at 11:49 am

    5 stars
    So beautiful and easy to make — my friends loved it!

    Reply
  6. Nicole @ The Granola Diaries

    January 17, 2020 at 12:22 pm

    5 stars
    How beautiful and interesting!!! Wow – must make!

    Reply
  7. Tonje

    January 17, 2020 at 12:28 pm

    5 stars
    How perfect is this for valentine’s day! Definitely making this!

    Reply
  8. Kelly Anthony

    January 17, 2020 at 1:44 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a fun and pretty valentines gift. My girls will think it is fun to be able to eat the flowers.

    Reply
  9. Traci

    January 17, 2020 at 1:51 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely gorgeous recipe! Look out, Valentine’s! Thanks for sharing this perfect, guilt-less dessert 🙂

    Reply

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