Amazing Chocolate Peppermint Bark in 1 Hour
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Create beautiful and delicious Chocolate Peppermint Bark for your Christmas celebrations. This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for sharing.
- Author: Jacob Carmichael
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: About 2 pounds
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 pound good quality dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 pound good quality white chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the dark chocolate. You can do this in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
- Stir 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract into the melted dark chocolate.
- Spread the dark chocolate evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Let the dark chocolate set slightly, about 10-15 minutes.
- Melt the white chocolate using the same method as the dark chocolate.
- Stir 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract into the melted white chocolate.
- Pour the white chocolate over the dark chocolate layer.
- Immediately sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the white chocolate.
- Gently swirl the candy canes into the white chocolate with a toothpick or skewer if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until completely firm.
- Once firm, break the bark into pieces.
Notes
- Use good quality chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
- Be careful not to overheat the chocolate when melting.
- You can adjust the amount of peppermint extract to your preference.
- Store the bark in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg