Peppermint Bark Recipe
This Peppermint Bark recipe is a festive and delicious holiday treat featuring layers of melted semi-sweet and white chocolate infused with peppermint extract and topped with crushed candy canes. Perfect for gifting or enjoying as a sweet seasonal snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 24 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Layers
- 24 ounces semi sweet chocolate chips (two 12-ounce bags)
- 24 ounces white chocolate chips (two 12-ounce bags)
- ½ tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
Topping
- 1 cup mini candy canes, crushed
Instructions
- Crush Candy Canes: Place mini candy canes in a ziplock freezer bag, seal it, and crush them with your hands or a rolling pin until you have a mixture of fine and slightly larger pieces. Set aside.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a 9×13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Melt Semi-Sweet Chocolate: Put semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe glass bowl. Heat in the microwave for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring each time, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Pour Semi-Sweet Chocolate: Pour the melted semi-sweet chocolate evenly over the parchment-lined baking sheet. Place it in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the white chocolate layer.
- Melt White Chocolate Mixture: In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips, coconut oil, and peppermint extract. Heat for 30 seconds, stir well, then continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Layer White Chocolate and Add Topping: Pour the white chocolate mixture over the set semi-sweet chocolate layer. Immediately sprinkle the crushed mini candy canes evenly over the white chocolate and gently press them into the surface.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the bark for about 20 minutes or until fully firm and set.
- Break into Pieces: Remove the bark from the refrigerator and break it into irregular pieces for serving or gifting.
Notes
- Use parchment paper or a silicone mat to easily remove the bark once set.
- Coconut oil helps to keep the white chocolate smooth and adds a slight shine.
- Store peppermint bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
- For a vibrant color and flavor, use pure peppermint extract rather than artificial flavoring.
- Ensure chocolate does not overheat to avoid burning or seizing.
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