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Delicious holiday chocolate peppermint bark with festive red and green sprinkles

Holiday Chocolate Peppermint Bark

This festive Holiday Chocolate Peppermint Bark combines rich dark and white chocolate layers with crunchy peppermint pieces, making it an ideal treat for the holiday season. It's simple to prepare and perfect for gifting or serving at parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dark Chocolate Layer
  • 12 oz Dark chocolate chips/bars
  • 1/2 tsp Peppermint extract
White Chocolate Layer
  • 12 oz White chocolate chips/bars
  • 1/4 tsp Peppermint extract
Topping
  • 8-10 Candy canes crushed

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone mat
  • Microwave-safe bowls or double boiler
  • Spatula
  • Rolling pin or food processor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy removal.
Dark Chocolate Layer
  1. Gently melt the dark chocolate, then stir in 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract until smooth.
  2. Spread the melted dark chocolate evenly onto the prepared baking sheet and chill for 15-20 minutes until set.
White Chocolate Layer
  1. Melt the white chocolate, stirring in 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract once smooth.
  2. Carefully spread the white chocolate over the chilled dark chocolate layer.
Finishing Touches
  1. Immediately sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the wet white chocolate.
  2. Return the bark to the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours until completely firm.
Serving and Storage
  1. Once firm, break the bark into irregular pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Notes

For easier breaking, allow the bark to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before attempting to break it into pieces.