Peppermint Bark
Our peppermint bark recipe is loaded with smooth, creamy milk chocolate, decadent white chocolate, and peppermint candies. It’s easy to prepare and makes a perfect gift idea.
Who doesn’t love Christmas candies? Mint chocolate fudge, chocolate covered pretzels, and English toffee top our list.
They take the best flavors and combine them to create sweet, sugary treats. For example, this peppermint bark recipe fuses the fresh zing of candy canes with two kinds of rich, luscious chocolate.
In less time than it takes to go to the store and buy a sweet snack, you can prepare this recipe at home. All you need are four ingredients and microwave-safe bowl to get started.
How to Make Peppermint Bark:
- First, gather your ingredients, the milk and white chocolates, the peppermint candies, and the peppermint extract.
- Line a cookie sheet or sheet pan with wax paper and set it aside.
- Next, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt the milk chocolate on half power. Use 20-second intervals and stir the chocolate between each interval.
- Then, stir in 1/2 a teaspoon of peppermint extract and evenly spread the chocolate mixture on the wax paper.
- Place it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm. Go ahead crush the peppermint candies while you wait.
- Afterward, repeat the melting process for the white chocolate and add the rest of the peppermint extract to the white chocolate. Spread it over the cooled milk chocolate layer.
- While the white chocolate is still warm, evenly sprinkle the crushed candies over the top layer. Place the pan back in the fridge to cool for at least 30 minutes.
- Break the bark apart into pieces for serving.
Can You Freeze Peppermint Bark?
Yes, you can freeze our peppermint bark recipe. The key is to keep as much moisture out as possible.
Wrap the peppermint bark in freezer or wax paper then foil. Place the wrapped candy in a plastic freezer bag or airtight container.
The peppermint bark should keep for 2 to 3 months it stored properly.
Why Are the Peppermint Bark Layers Separating?
Homemade peppermint bark layers can sometimes separate if it’s too cold when it’s broken into pieces.
Remove the peppermint bark from the refrigerator for a few minutes, and give the chocolate layers time to come to room temperature before breaking into large chunks.
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Ingredients
- 20 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, or milk chocolate (We used almond bark.)
- 20 ounces white chocolate, (We used almond bark.)
- 20 pieces mini candy canes, crushed (may also use peppermints)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract, (or to taste)
Instructions
- First, line a sheet pan with wax paper and set it aside.
- Next, in a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate on half power for 20-second intervals. Stir between each interval.20 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
- Then, mix ½ teaspoon of peppermint extract in with the milk chocolate and spread out the mixture evenly on the wax paper. Set it in your fridge for 30 minutes to firm.
- Afterward, melt the white chocolate in the microwave, just like you did the milk chocolate. Stir in the remaining ½ teaspoon of the peppermint extract and spread the white chocolate over the hardened milk chocolate.20 ounces white chocolate
- Last, crush the candy canes and sprinkle them over the white chocolate and place the bark back into the refrigerator to set (about 30 minutes). After the candy sets, remove it from the refrigerator and break it into pieces. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.20 pieces mini candy canes
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients and three pieces of candy per serving. Actual calories may vary.
- The peppermint bark can be stored in a sealed container for up to three days.