Peppermint Bark Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This classic Peppermint Bark recipe has layers of dark and white chocolate flavored with peppermint and topped with crushed candy canes. It’s an easy holiday treat that is perfect for gift giving, bringing to parties, or enjoying at home.

Prep Time30

Total Time30

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: people

Calories: 331kcal

Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

12 oz Dark Chocolate chopped or chips
12 oz White Chocolate chopped or chips
1 Tablespoon Butter divided
½ teaspoon Peppermint Extract divided
4 large Candy Canes lightly crushed

Instructions

In a microwave safe bowl, add the dark chocolate chips and ½ tablespoon of butter. Microwave on 50% power for 30 seconds then stir. Repeat until the chocolate is melted and smooth but not hot. Once melted, stir in half of the peppermint extract.
Spread the melted chocolate onto a parchment lined baking sheet into a roughly 9" by 13" rectangle using an offset spatula. Place the pan of chocolate in the fridge or a cool place for about 15 minutes or until set.
Meanwhile, add the white chocolate chips and the rest of the butter to a microwave safe bowl and repeat the same process that you used to melt the dark chocolate. Once melted and smooth, stir in the rest of the peppermint extract.
Remove the baking sheet from the fridge and spread the white chocolate over the dark chocolate. Over the top, sprinkle with crushed candy canes, then return the pan to the fridge for 15-20 minutes or until completely set.
Remove from the fridge and allow to come back to room temperature before cutting or breaking into pieces.
Store Peppermint Bark in an airtight container in a cool dark place at room temperature for up to 1 week, or in the fridge for up to 2 months. Enjoy!

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