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The Ultimate Easy 3-Ingredient Peppermint Bark: No-Bake Holiday Classic for Gifting and Parties

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Make this classic Christmas candy with rich dark chocolate, creamy white chocolate, and crushed candy canes. This no-bake dessert is simple, quick, and perfect for holiday gifts or dessert boards.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup crushed candy canes

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, letting the paper hang over the sides for easy removal later.
  2. Melt the semisweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval until smooth. Do not overheat the chocolate.
  3. Pour the melted semisweet chocolate into the prepared pan. Spread it into an even layer using an offset spatula.
  4. Place the pan in the refrigerator to set for about 10 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm to the touch.
  5. While the dark chocolate sets, melt the white chocolate using the same method as above, stirring until completely smooth.
  6. Pour the melted white chocolate over the set dark chocolate layer. Spread it evenly across the surface.
  7. Immediately sprinkle the crushed candy canes evenly over the white chocolate layer. Gently press the candy canes into the chocolate so they adhere.
  8. Return the pan to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes, or until the bark is completely firm.
  9. Once firm, lift the bark out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Break the bark into irregular pieces.
  10. Store the homemade peppermint bark in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • For the smoothest melt, add a teaspoon of coconut oil or vegetable shortening to each type of chocolate before microwaving.
  • If you prefer a stronger mint flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of pure peppermint extract to the melted white chocolate before spreading.
  • To prepare candy canes for crushing, place them in a sturdy zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin or the bottom of a heavy pan.
  • This festive chocolate bark makes an excellent homemade candy gift when wrapped in cellophane bags and tied with a ribbon.

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