Chocolate Peppermint Bark
Chocolate Peppermint Bark is a festive treat that marries rich dark chocolate with refreshing peppermint, creating a delightful dessert perfect for the holiday season. This easy-to-make confection is visually stunning and incredibly delicious, making it an excellent choice for gatherings or as a sweet indulgence while watching holiday movies. With its beautiful layers and crunchy candy cane topping, it’s sure to impress your friends and family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips (60% cocoa)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in the peppermint extract once melted.
- Spread the melted dark chocolate evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Melt white chocolate chips using the same method and drizzle over dark chocolate; swirl gently with a spatula.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top before the chocolate sets.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes until firm.
- Once set, break into pieces and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in a pinch of sea salt before chilling. Substitute dark chocolate with milk or white chocolate to suit your taste preferences.