Peppermint Bark
Peppermint Bark is a simple, festive treat that no one can resist. It’s easy to make and perfect for gifting or sharing during the holidays.
The smooth chocolate layers and crushed candy canes add just the right mix of sweet and minty. It’s a cheerful dessert that captures the flavor and fun of the season.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Festive and easy: Perfect for Christmas gifting or holiday dessert trays.
- Only a few ingredients: Simple recipe using chocolate and candy canes.
- Easy to make: Just melt, layer, chill, and break.
- No baking required: Ideal for when you need a stress-free holiday treat.
- Perfect for sharing: Break into pieces for gifting or serving at parties.
Peppermint Bark Ingredients
- Milk chocolate melting wafers
- White chocolate melting wafers
- Candy canes
How To Make Peppermint Bark
This visual guide is helpful for making this recipe. For the full printable recipe with measurements, scroll to the bottom of the post.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Place candy canes in a plastic baggie and crush them gently with a meat mallet or rolling pin until you have small pieces.
Divide the melting wafers between two separate bowls. Melt the milk chocolate first by microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.
Spread the melted milk chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet in a thin, even layer and refrigerate for about 10 minutes to set.
Next, melt the white chocolate the same way, stirring between intervals until smooth. Pour the melted white chocolate over the milk chocolate layer
Spread the white chocolate evenly on top.
Immediately sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the top while the white chocolate is still wet. Refrigerate for 20 minutes, or until completely set.
Once firm, break the peppermint bark into pieces and store in an airtight container.
Peppermint Bark FAQs
Can I use chocolate chips instead of melting wafers?
Yes, chocolate chips work fine. Add a small amount of shortening or coconut oil for smoother melting.
How do I crush the candy canes without making a mess?
Place them in a resealable plastic bag and crush gently with a mallet or rolling pin to avoid powdery bits.
Can I add other toppings?
Absolutely! Try adding crushed peppermint candies, holiday sprinkles, or a drizzle of dark chocolate.
How long does peppermint bark last?
When stored in an airtight container at room temperature, it lasts about 2 weeks.
Why did my chocolate layers separate?
Make sure the first layer is just set but not completely hard before adding the next to help them adhere.
Peppermint Bark
Ingredients
- 7 oz milk chocolate melting wafers
- 7 oz white chocolate melting wafers
- 6 candy canes crushed
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the candy canes in a resealable bag and gently crush them with a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Divide the melting wafers between two separate bowls.
- Microwave the milk chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted (about 1 to 1½ minutes total).
- Pour the melted milk chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into a thin, even layer. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set.
- Microwave the white chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted (about 1 to 1½ minutes total).
- Pour the melted white chocolate over the set milk chocolate layer and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the white chocolate.
- Refrigerate for 20 minutes, or until completely set.
- Break into pieces.
Notes
- Amount of servings depends on how big you make them
