Description
A simple and festive Peppermint Bark recipe featuring smooth semisweet chocolate layered with creamy white chocolate infused with peppermint extract and topped with crushed candy canes. This easy no-bake treat is perfect for holidays and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Layers
- 12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips or chopped semisweet chocolate
- 16 ounces white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Topping
- 3/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Melt Semisweet Chocolate: Place the semisweet chocolate chips in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Spread Semisweet Chocolate: Pour the melted semisweet chocolate onto a piece of parchment paper and spread it into an approximately 9 by 13-inch rectangle. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes until edges are set but center still slightly soft to ensure proper layering adhesion.
- Melt White Chocolate with Peppermint: In another microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract evenly.
- Layer White Chocolate: Spread the melted white chocolate mixture evenly over the partially set semisweet chocolate layer. Immediately sprinkle crushed candy canes evenly over the top.
- Chill to Set: Place the layered bark in the refrigerator and chill for about 20 minutes or until completely set and firm.
- Cut and Serve: Remove the bark from the fridge and allow it to come to room temperature for about 20 minutes to prevent cracking when cutting. Using a straight-edged chef’s knife, cut the bark into desired sized pieces. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- For easy candy cane crushing, place pieces in a resealable bag and gently crush with a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Use high-quality chocolate, especially white chocolate made with real cocoa butter for best flavor and texture; Guittard brand is recommended.
- Chill the bark fully to allow layers to fuse before cutting. Bringing to room temperature before cutting helps produce cleaner pieces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 1.5 x 2 inches)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
