Description
Festive peppermint bark brings holiday cheer with its irresistible blend of dark chocolate, white chocolate, and crushed candy canes. Crisp peppermint pieces and smooth chocolate layers create a delightful seasonal treat you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) dark chocolate chips or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 12 ounces (340 grams) white chocolate chips
Flavoring:
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)
Topping:
- 6 candy canes (crushed)
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or silicone mat, ensuring a smooth, flat surface for chocolate layering.
- Carefully melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring between each interval until completely smooth and glossy. Incorporate peppermint extract for enhanced flavor.
- Gently spread the melted dark chocolate across the prepared baking sheet, creating an even layer approximately 1/8-inch thick. Chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes until the chocolate sets and firms up.
- Using a clean microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips with the same careful technique, stirring until achieving a silky consistency. Mix in remaining peppermint extract.
- Pour the melted white chocolate over the chilled dark chocolate layer, spreading uniformly with a spatula to create a seamless surface.
- Immediately scatter crushed candy canes across the white chocolate layer, pressing them gently to ensure they adhere to the chocolate.
- Refrigerate the bark for 30-60 minutes until completely solid and firm to the touch.
- Remove from refrigerator and break into irregular, rustic pieces using hands or a sharp knife.
- Serve immediately or package in festive containers for a delightful homemade holiday gift.
Notes
- Chill Chocolate Layers Perfectly by ensuring the dark chocolate is slightly set but not completely hardened before adding the white chocolate layer, preventing unwanted mixing.
- Crush Candy Canes Consistently by using a rolling pin or food processor to create uniform, small pieces that distribute evenly across the bark’s surface.
- Control Chocolate Melting Temperature by using low microwave power and stirring frequently to prevent burning and achieve a smooth, glossy finish.
- Adapt for Dietary Needs by substituting dairy-free chocolate chips and using gluten-free candy canes to make this recipe suitable for various dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg