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Close-up side view of homemade peppermint bark layered with semisweet and white chocolate, topped with crushed candy canes.
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Peppermint Bark Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 250
A festive and easy-to-make peppermint bark perfect for holiday treats. Layers of chocolate topped with crushed candy canes create a delightful crunch and peppermint flavor.

Ingredients

Chocolate

  • 12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips or chopped semisweet chocolate

White Chocolate

  • 16 ounces white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate

Flavoring

  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

Candy Canes

  • 3/4 cup crushed candy canes

Instructions 

  • Melt the semisweet chocolate in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring until smooth.
  • Spread the melted chocolate on parchment paper and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  • Melt the white chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Mix in peppermint extract.
  • Spread the white chocolate over the cooled dark layer, then sprinkle with crushed candy canes. Chill for 20 minutes.
  • Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes, then cut into pieces and serve.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor and appearance.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate, Peppermint