Description
Homemade Peppermint Bark is a delightful holiday confection that combines rich dark and creamy white chocolate, adorned with crushed candy canes for a refreshing peppermint crunch. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in, and it will surely impress friends and family alike. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create this elegant dessert that captures the essence of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (60% cocoa or higher)
- 4 oz white chocolate
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
Instructions
- Melt dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Mix in 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract.
- Pour melted dark chocolate onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread evenly. Let cool for about 10 minutes.
- Melt white chocolate using the same method as before, mixing in another 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract after melting.
- Pour white chocolate over the dark layer and gently swirl together with a spatula for marbling.
- Before the white chocolate sets, sprinkle crushed candy canes on top and press down lightly.
- Allow to cool at room temperature or refrigerate until firm, then break into pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (20g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg