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Peppermint Bark

A delightful holiday treat combining layers of white and semi-sweet chocolate with crushed candy canes for a refreshing peppermint flavor.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 ounces (339g) white chocolate, coarsely chopped and divided
  • 6 ounces (170g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil or coconut oil, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract, divided
  • 2–3 regular-size candy canes (24–36g total), crushed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Pan: Line the bottom and sides of an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, smoothing out any wrinkles. Set it aside.
  2. Melt the White Chocolate for the Bottom Layer: Melt 6 ounces of white chocolate with 1/2 teaspoon of oil in a small heatproof bowl in the microwave, stirring after each increment. Once smooth, stir in 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract and pour into the prepared pan.
  3. Cool the First Layer: Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes until almost set.
  4. Melt the Semi-Sweet Chocolate for the Middle Layer: Melt 6 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate with 1/2 teaspoon of oil, stir in remaining peppermint extract, and pour over the white chocolate layer. Spread it smooth.
  5. Cool Again: Refrigerate for another 10–15 minutes until almost set.
  6. Melt the Remaining White Chocolate for the Top Layer: Melt the remaining white chocolate with the last 1/2 teaspoon of oil until smooth.
  7. Combine Layers and Add Candy Canes: Pour melted white chocolate over set layers, then sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
  8. Final Cooling: Refrigerate until completely set, about 1 hour. Remove from pan and break into pieces.

Notes

Store any leftover bark in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Can be frozen if stored properly.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 25mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: peppermint, bark, holiday treats, chocolate, dessert