Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark

2-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark couldn't be simpler and is perfect for holiday snacking. Package up and tie with a bow for a sweet homemade gift!

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Refrigerate 20

Total Time 35

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword dairy free, gluten free, vegan, vegetarian

Method No Bake

Servings

Calories 231kcal

Ingredients

6 candy canes regular-sized
9 oz dark chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract optional

Instructions

Line a half sheet pan with a silpat or parchment paper then set aside.
Add candy canes to a large ziplock bag then place onto a kitchen towel and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to crush the candy (keep on kitchen towel in case the bag gets a small tear — easier to clean up.) Scoop out 2 Tablespoons crushed candy then set aside.
Add chocolate chips to a medium-sized bowl then microwave in 30 second increments, stirring between increments, until the chocolate is smooth — 1:30 - 2 minutes. Add crushed candy canes and peppermint extract, if using, then stir to incorporate. Pour mixture onto prepared sheet pan then spread into an even layer. It helps to pick the pan up and gently shake it back and forth until the candy has formed an even layer. Sprinkle with reserved crushed candy canes then refrigerate until the chocolate has set, 20 minutes.
Break bark into pieces then serve or package into gift bags and tie with a ribbon. Keep the bark refrigerated until eating or gifting.

Notes

I like Enjoy Life Dark Chocolate Morsels for this recipe.

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