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Peppermint Bark Recipe

This recipe for classic peppermint bark is layers of white and dark chocolate topped with crushed candy canes. A holiday favorite that's quick to make and perfect for parties and gift giving.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 276 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips or chopped semi sweet chocolate
  • 16 ounces white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 3/4 cup Crushed candy canes

Instructions

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  1. Place the semisweet chocolate chips in a medium bowl and microwave for 30 second increments until melted. Stir until smooth.
  2. Spread the chocolate into a roughly 9″x 13″ rectangle on a piece of parchment paper. Place the chocolate in the fridge for 10 minutes to partially set. Do NOT go past 10 minutes in the fridge. The chocolate should be just set around the edges but still partially melted in the middle. If you let the semisweet layer harden completely, the white chocolate may not stick to it.
  3. Place the white chocolate chips in a medium bowl and microwave for 30 second increments until melted. Add the peppermint extract and stir until smooth.
  4. Spread the white chocolate over the semisweet chocolate layer. Top with candy canes. Let harden in the fridge for about 20 minutes or until the chocolate is completely set.
  5. Remove from the fridge and let the bark sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes. Use a straight edge chef's knife to cut the bark into pieces by cutting straight down through the layers of the bark. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

  • I find that the easiest way to crush the candy is to place it in a resealable bag, then use a meat mallet or rolling pin to break it into small pieces.
  • This recipe only has 4 ingredients which means quality really counts. Use the highest quality chocolate you can find, and look for white chocolate that contains real cocoa butter and not just palm oil. My favorite brand is Guittard. 
  • For best results, chill the bark completely to let the layers fuse together, then bring it back to room temperature for cutting. I find using a knife produces nicer results than breaking the bark apart with your hands.

Nutrition Information

Calories 276kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 7mg (2%) Sodium 27mg (1%) Potassium 201mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 24g (48%) Vitamin A 20IU (0%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 70mg (7%) Iron 1.4mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 276

% Daily Value*

Calories 276kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Sodium 27mg 1%
Potassium 201mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 24g 48%
Vitamin A 20IU 0%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 70mg 7%
Iron 1.4mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.