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    Home » Holidays » Christmas

    Chocolate Peppermint Bark

    Published: Dec 21, 2021 · Modified: Mar 1, 2022 by Kim Beaulieu · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Chocolate Peppermint Bark collage image featuring two photos of the finished bark.
    Chocolate Peppermint Bark collage image featuring two photos of the finished bark.

    This chocolate peppermint bark is super quick and easy to make. Don't pay a fortune for it in stores. Just make your own!

    Chocolate Peppermint Bark made quickly and easily. This recipe is perfect to give as a gift for the holidays!

    I'm not going to lie, I actually LOVE chocolate bark. I mean, if you read my blog regularly you probably already know that.

    And if you're new here, "hi my name is Kim and I'm addicted to chocolate bark".

    If I'm being honest, it goes back to my childhood. As most food related memories do.

    My dad loved almond bark. Honestly, he was OBSESSED with it! All of us kids would buy him some every year for the holidays.

    Over the years I got my dad to branch out a bit. After that, I think I made him every single flavour of bark over the years. I miss making it for him. He was always my best taste tester.

    These days my bark is given to  all our friends and family as Christmas gifts. It makes great gifts for teachers, coworkers, and random strangers too!

    I make way too much so we have to pass it off to whoever digs chocolate. There's no shame in my bark giving game!

    Given my job is cooking, I make tons of Christmas recipes every year. So, it's super important to share it with others.

    Honestly, it's good Christmas karma!

    Chocolate Peppermint Bark ready to be broken into pieces.

    Ingredient Notes:

    • Chocolate - You can use any kind of chocolate you like but I used milk chocolate for this chocolate bark.
    • White Chocolate - Use white chocolate so the swirls really stand out.
    • Peppermints - I love crushing peppermints for this but you could also use candy canes. Or buy already crushed peppermint from a store.

    How to Make Chocolate Peppermint Bark

    1. First, line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
    2. Next, melt the chocolates in a bowl over a saucepan filled with hot water on the stovetop. You could also melt it in the microwave.
    3. Then, spoon each chocolate randomly on cookie sheet then use a butter knife to make patterns in the bark.
    4. Crush peppermint candies. I usually put them in a Zip-loc bag and use a rolling pin to crush them.
    5. Next, sprinkle crushed peppermints over the bark.
    6. Then, place cookie sheet in fridge to set up the chocolate.
    7. Lastly, remove the cookie sheet from fridge and break the bark into pieces.
    8. Serve!

    How to Store Chocolate Peppermint Bark

    • Store the bark in a container in a cool dry place for about 2 weeks.
    • It can also be stored in the fridge or freezer for 1-2 months.

    Variations on Chocolate Peppermint Bark

    • First option - White chocolate only.
    • Second option - Milk chocolate only.
    • Third option - Dark chocolate for a healthier version.
    • Fourth option - You can add pretzels to the bottom layer. I call it Pretzel Bark with Peppermint and it is magical.

    Chocolate Peppermint Bark broken into pieces and resting on a grey marble surface.

    Other recipes you will love as much as Chocolate Peppermint Bark:

    • Oreo Bark
    • White Chocolate Oreo Cookie Balls
    • Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
    • Red Velvet Cookie Stacks with Cream Cheese Frosting
    • Red Velvet Swirl Fudge
    • Mini Peanut Butter Christmas Crack
    • Microwave Pistachio Brittle
    • More Holiday Recipes!

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    Chocolate Peppermint Bark made quickly and easily. This recipe is perfect to give as a gift for the holidays!
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    Chocolate Peppermint Bark

    This chocolate peppermint bark is super quick and easy to make. Don't pay a fortune for it in stores! Just make your own.
    Course Candy
    Cuisine American
    Keyword chocolate peppermint bark, peppermint bark
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes
    Servings 24
    Calories 112kcal

    Equipment

    • Cookie Sheet
    • Parchment Paper
    • Double Boiler

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces milk or semi-sweet chocolate
    • 8 ounces white chocolate
    • ¼ cup crushed peppermints
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
    • Fill two saucepans about â…“ of the way full with water. Pop them on the stove and bring to a boil, lower the temperature a bit so it's a low boil. Place a heat safe glass bowl over top of each saucepan. Be sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the top of the water.
    • Place one kind of chocolate in each of the two bowls. Keep the water hot so the chocolate can melt. This double boiler method is my favourite way to melt chocolate.
    • Once each chocolate is smooth you can spoon them alternately onto the cookie sheet. Continue to spoon onto the cookie sheet until all the chocolate is gone. Now take a butter knife and drag it slowly though the colours to create the marble effect. I go in one direction, then the other until I get the effect I want.
    • Toss the peppermints over top. I love having some broken pieces, and some larger pieces. It just makes for fun bites.
    • Pop the bark in the fridge for an hour or two to allow it to set up. Snap the pieces by hand, or cut with a knife.
    • Serve with a big old chocolate and peppermint loving smile!

    Video

    Notes

    You can also melt the chocolate in the microwave if you prefer. 
     
    Original posted on December 1, 2014.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 54mg | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.3mg

    Chocolate Peppermint Bark stacked on a grey marble surface.

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    Toodles! xx

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    Comments

    1. Carol at Wild Goose Tea

      December 02, 2014 at 4:46 pm

      It is simple! And FUN to bring to events. Barks always are popular, so that makes me popular too.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        December 03, 2014 at 2:28 am

        So true. I love bringing it to parties.

        Reply
    2. Sarah

      December 02, 2014 at 10:10 pm

      You say chocolate and I'm there!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        December 03, 2014 at 2:29 am

        I'm the same way.

        Reply
    3. Sarah @ SnixyKitchen

      December 03, 2014 at 4:03 am

      I could easily down a whole batch of this in one afternoon. Peppermint bark is my FAVORITE and I love the peppermint candies you used for yours!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        December 12, 2014 at 12:20 am

        Me too. And I know this because I pretty did just that. Ha. Thanks so much Sarah. I had fun making this one.

        Reply
    4. Aggie

      December 03, 2014 at 5:36 am

      I recently picked up some peppermint bark at the store and my husband and kids (and in laws) have been going crazy over it!! I thought it would be fun to make over the holidays to give as gifts to neighbors...I'm so glad you posted this recipe!!

      Reply
    5. Melissa

      December 03, 2014 at 6:44 am

      I love the versatility of bark recipes. This one is so festive!

      Reply
    6. Lauren Kelly Nutrition

      December 03, 2014 at 6:57 am

      I love this bark! I want to make it to give as gifts it's so pretty!

      Reply
    7. Nutmeg Nanny

      December 03, 2014 at 7:08 am

      Chocolate peppermint bark is my favorite! It always makes an appearance on my holiday spread.

      Reply
    8. Brian @ A Thought For Food

      December 03, 2014 at 9:33 am

      Looks totally fantastic! I've never made peppermint bark before, mainly out of fear that I'd eat all of it.

      Reply
    9. Susan

      December 03, 2014 at 12:52 pm

      You are the queen of chocolate bark. I love all your bark recipes. I'll bark it out loud. Okay I'll stop now. Plus you photograph it so well, which is not easy. Also I'll take your extra bark, it makes me gain 10 extra pounds too but I'll take the sacrifice.

      Reply
    10. Meseidy

      December 03, 2014 at 2:43 pm

      This is a great edible gift!

      Reply
    11. Kelsey @ Snacking Squirrel

      December 03, 2014 at 4:33 pm

      so happy i stumbled upon your blog. i am really enjoying your posts and amazing recipes!!!! keep it up xo

      Reply
    12. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life

      December 04, 2014 at 7:53 am

      I love simple easy desserts like this! That first picture of the stack is gorgeous! Makes me want to grab right into my computer for it 🙂

      Reply
    13. Kellie @ The Suburban Soapbox

      December 04, 2014 at 10:04 am

      I love the swirled look of your bark! So, stunning and yummy looking!

      Reply
    14. Brooks

      December 05, 2014 at 5:58 pm

      Kim, this has to be the most visually pleasing bark I've seen to date. And with just three ingredients, that's something to bark about. Woof!

      Reply
    15. Brooks

      December 06, 2014 at 12:59 pm

      A killer Peppermint Bark, Kim. Your swirling technique, and in particular the peppermints you chose, make this treat very attractive. You know I'd select the bigger, random pieces. For me. 🙂

      Reply
    16. Emily @ Life on Food

      December 07, 2014 at 7:24 am

      Peppermint bark is a classic and a must for my family each year. This recipe looks good.

      Reply
    17. Lizzy (Good Things)

      December 07, 2014 at 2:19 pm

      Seriously good stuff... thanks for sharing, Kim.

      Reply
    18. Thalia @ butter and brioche

      December 11, 2014 at 3:11 am

      Seriously how delicious is this chocolate and peppermint bark! It not only looks wickedly tasty, but it is so festive too! Perfect for Christmas!

      Reply
    19. Jill@MadAboutMacarons

      December 11, 2014 at 12:05 pm

      What a treat to pop in. Been way too long! This looks so festive and colourful, Kim. Amazing how we have all these traditions. Here we don't do bark in France - time that changed. In fact, I hadn't heard of it before your blogs. I thought it was just a sound a dog makes. Dah.
      BTW, I love your photo at the top of the page - you're a scream! Talking of photos, these are stunning! Have fun with all the preparations and a wonderful Christmas with family and friends, Kim. Hugs from Paris xo

      Reply
    20. Jill@MadAboutMacarons

      December 11, 2014 at 12:05 pm

      What a treat to pop in. Been way too long! This looks so festive and colourful, Kim. Amazing how we have all these traditions. Here we don't do bark in France - time that changed. In fact, I hadn't heard of it before your blogs. I thought it was just a sound a dog makes. Dah.
      BTW, I love your photo at the top of the page - you're a scream! Talking of photos, these are stunning! Have fun with all the preparations and a wonderful Christmas with family and friends, Kim. Hugs from Paris xo

      Reply
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