Chocolate Peppermint Bark Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

This Chocolate Peppermint Bark Recipe is a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. Combining rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint, it makes a fantastic addition to your collection of Christmas desserts.

The recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients, making it easy to prepare and share with family and friends during festive gatherings.

Easy Chocolate Peppermint Bark Recipe

This chocolate peppermint bark features layers of smooth dark and white chocolate, topped with crushed peppermint candies for a festive crunch. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and sets in the refrigerator, yielding approximately 12 servings.

Ingredients

8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
8 ounces white chocolate, chopped
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

Melt Dark Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Pour the melted chocolate onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread it evenly to about 1/4 inch thick. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
Melt White Chocolate: In another bowl, melt the white chocolate in the same manner. Once melted, stir in the peppermint extract.
Combine Layers: Pour the melted white chocolate over the set dark chocolate layer and spread evenly. Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies on top, pressing them gently into the chocolate.
Chill: Refrigerate the bark for an additional 30 minutes or until fully set.
Break into Pieces: Once set, remove the bark from the parchment paper and break it into pieces. Optionally, sprinkle a little sea salt on top before serving.