Easter Chocolate Bark Recipe from Nutritionist Emily Barlow
a treat you can feel good about!
This takes less than 5 minutes to put together, pop into the freezer for 20 mins and there’s no baking involved, PLUS everyone gets to decorate their own piece. Win win!
WHY DARK CHOCOLATE?
– Dark chocolate (70%+) is rich in antioxidants and magnesium.
WHY COCONUT?
– Shredded coconut adds fibre and a subtle natural sweetness… plus it looks gorgeous on top!
WHY DRIED CRANBERRIES?
– A natural source of antioxidants and a great way to add a little sweetness without relying on refined sugar.
WHY NUTS & SEEDS?
– Almonds, cashews and pumpkin seeds provide healthy fats, plant-based protein and minerals like zinc and iron to keep you satisfied and energised.
The Recipe:
200g dark chocolate (80%+ cocoa), melted
¼ cup mixed nuts (almonds, pistachios, cashews)
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
2 tbsp dried cranberries
2 tbsp shredded coconut
¼ cup mini eggs (optional)
Pinch of sea salt
Steps:
Melt chocolate and pour onto a lined baking tray
Scatter all toppings over the top
Refrigerate for 20 minutes until set
Break into pieces and enjoy!
Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy Easter from all of us at Healthspace Mona Vale!
Emily is a Clinical Nutritionist passionate about helping women and families use nutrition to support health, wellbeing, and quality of life. With a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutrition and advanced training in female health, Emily’s focus is supporting women through preconception, pregnancy, lactation, and women’s health conditions such as endometriosis, PCOS, post-pill acne, and infertility.
Emily takes a personalised, evidence-based approach, combining practical strategies with the latest research to create plans that fit real-life lifestyles. She enjoys analysing pathology and functional testing to uncover underlying causes of health concerns, and is skilled in ordering and interpreting functional tests to provide a complete picture of a client’s health. Emily also prescribes targeted nutritional supplements and provides written referrals when appropriate, ensuring clients receive comprehensive, tailored care. Supporting mothers and children is a particular passion for Emily. She guides parents through postpartum nutrition, recovery, and energy management, and is an advocate for baby-led weaning. Emily educates families on nutrition’s role in children’s growth, behaviour, and long-term health, helping them build strong foundations for healthy eating habits.
Outside of her clinical work, Emily enjoys experimenting with nutrient-rich recipes and exploring new research in nutrition and women’s health. She believes food should be enjoyable as well as nourishing and strives to inspire clients to see nutrition as a lifelong investment in their wellbeing. Whether supporting women through fertility challenges, guiding postpartum mothers, or helping families optimise nutrition for children, Emily is committed to providing compassionate, personalised care.
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