Irresistible Chocolate Peppermint Bark: A Festive Delight

Chocolate Peppermint Bark is a delicious blend of silky chocolate and peppermint, perfect for holiday celebrations.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chocolate Peppermint Bark, Christmas Sweets, Dessert Recipes, easy recipes, Festive Recipe, Holiday Treat

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 10

Cooling Time: 15

Total Time: 55

Servings: pieces

Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

Microwave
mixing bowls
Cookie Sheet
Parchment Paper
Rolling Pin
Ziploc Bag

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Layers

12 ounces Milk Chocolate Chips Can use semi-sweet for a richer flavor.
12 ounces White Chocolate Chips Can swap with vanilla-flavored candy melts.

For the Peppermint Flavor

1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Mint extract is a great substitute.

For the Crunch

3-4 pieces Crushed Candy Canes Smaller candy canes are easier to crush.

Instructions

How to Make Chocolate Peppermint Bark

In separate glass bowls, heat 12 ounces of milk chocolate chips in the microwave for 1 minute. Stir, then continue heating in 15-second intervals until almost melted; stir until fully melted and smooth.
Place 3-4 candy canes in a Ziploc bag, seal it tightly without air, and crush them with a rolling pin until you have small, uniform pieces.
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Mix ½ teaspoon of peppermint extract into the melted milk chocolate and spread it evenly into the lined cookie sheet. Chill for 10-15 minutes until set.
Melt the white chocolate chips in a separate bowl and mix in another ½ teaspoon of peppermint extract. Once smooth, spread the white chocolate over the set milk chocolate layer, then generously sprinkle the crushed candy canes on top.
Allow the layered bark to set in the fridge for an additional 15-20 minutes until it’s firm and ready to break.
After it’s fully set, lift the bark from the parchment paper and break it into irregular pieces by hand or cut it with a knife for more uniform shapes.

Notes

Optional: Drizzle melted dark chocolate on top for an added touch of sweetness. Store your peppermint bark in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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