Description
This Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Bark is a festive holiday treat featuring layers of rich dark and creamy white chocolate, topped with crushed peppermint candy and colorful Christmas m&m’s. Simple to make and perfect for gifting or festive snacking, this bark combines smooth chocolates with the refreshing crunch of peppermint for a seasonal delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Layers
- 12 ounces high-quality dark chocolate
- 12 ounces high-quality white chocolate
Toppings
- ⅓ cup crushed peppermint candy (or candy canes)
- ⅓ cup Christmas m&m’s, red and green
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Pan: Line a large half sheet baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal of the bark easier.
- Melt Dark Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate either using a double boiler on the stove by simmering water and placing a heatproof bowl with chocolate over it, stirring constantly until smooth, or in the microwave by heating in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each until completely melted and smooth.
- Spread Dark Chocolate: Pour the melted dark chocolate onto the parchment-lined baking pan and spread evenly using a rubber spatula to about ⅓-inch thickness. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to slightly harden.
- Melt White Chocolate: In a clean bowl, melt the white chocolate using the same method as the dark chocolate.
- Layer White Chocolate: Pour the melted white chocolate over the slightly hardened dark chocolate layer, spreading carefully with a spatula to fully cover the dark chocolate base.
- Add Toppings: While the white chocolate is still melted, sprinkle the crushed peppermint candy and red and green Christmas m&m’s evenly across the top.
- Chill to Set: Place the baking pan into the refrigerator for 2 hours or the freezer for 45 minutes until the chocolate is fully hardened.
- Break into Pieces: Once hardened, break the bark into irregular pieces for serving or gifting.
Notes
- Storage: Store the peppermint bark in an airtight container or sealed plastic bag at room temperature for 3-4 weeks, kept in a cool place to prevent melting. Refrigeration is also an option.
- Freezing: For longer storage up to 3 months, freeze the bark in a freezer-safe airtight container or bag. When ready to enjoy, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 28g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
