Peppermint Bark Chocolate Candy (Printable)
Layered dark and white chocolate topped with crushed peppermint for a festive, crunchy finish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chocolate
01 - 7 oz high-quality dark chocolate
02 - 7 oz high-quality white chocolate
→ Peppermint
03 - 6 peppermint candy canes or 12 peppermint hard candies, crushed (about 1/2 cup)
→ Flavoring (optional)
04 - 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
# How to Make:
01 - Line a 9x11 inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
03 - Stir in half of the peppermint extract into the melted dark chocolate, if using.
04 - Pour the melted dark chocolate onto the prepared sheet and spread evenly to about 1/4 inch thickness. Refrigerate for 20 minutes until mostly set.
05 - Melt the white chocolate using the same method as dark chocolate.
06 - Stir in the remaining peppermint extract into the melted white chocolate, if using.
07 - Pour the melted white chocolate over the set dark chocolate and spread gently with a spatula to cover evenly.
08 - Immediately sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies evenly over the white chocolate layer, pressing lightly to adhere.
09 - Chill the bark for at least 30 minutes until fully firm.
10 - Break or cut the bark into 16 pieces before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It combines rich dark and creamy white chocolate with refreshing peppermint candy, making every bite a delightful surprise.
- This treat is simple to make but feels like a fancy homemade gift perfect for holiday gatherings.
02 -
- Be patient while melting chocolate to avoid burning; gentle heat is key to that shiny, smooth texture.
- Pressing peppermint candies lightly ensures they stick but also prevents chocolate cracking as it sets.
03 -
- Use a double boiler for even melting and to avoid any chance of burning your chocolate.
- The secret to perfect bark is chilling layers without disturbance to keep edges clean and candy crisp.