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Peppermint Bark

Peppermint Bark is a festive, no-bake holiday treat combining layers of rich dark and white chocolate with refreshing crushed peppermint candy for a crisp, sweet finish.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • 8 oz white chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
  3. Stir half the peppermint extract into the melted dark chocolate.
  4. Pour the dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
  5. Refrigerate for about 20 minutes until set.
  6. Melt the white chocolate using the same method and mix in the remaining peppermint extract.
  7. Pour the white chocolate over the set dark chocolate layer and spread evenly.
  8. Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies immediately over the white chocolate layer.
  9. Refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes until completely firm.
  10. Break into pieces and serve or store in an airtight container.

Notes

For an extra festive touch, drizzle melted dark chocolate over the peppermint candies before the white chocolate layer sets.