The Best Peppermint Bark
My recipe for the Best Peppermint Bark is layered with a peppermint scented chocolate truffle center sandwiched between white chocolate and crushed candy canes. It's the perfect holiday treat.
Servings: 30 Pieces
Calories: 168kcal
Ingredients
- 17.6 oz white chocolate chopped, 4 bars
- ½ cup crushed candy canes about 20-25
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chopped, or dark chocolate
- 7 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp peppermint extract not peppermint oil
Instructions
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Melt chopped 17.6 oz white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Pour 2/3 cup onto the prepared baking sheet to make a 9x12-inch rectangle. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of the 1/2 cup crushed candy canes candies. Place the sheet in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to harden. Set the remaining white chocolate aside for later.
- Melt the 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate, 7 tbsp heavy whipping cream, and 1 tsp peppermint extract in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in short microwave bursts. Stir until smooth. Remove and let cool 5 minutes. Pour over the chilled white chocolate, spreading with an offset spatula. Place the sheet in the refrigerator to set, about 25-30 minutes.
- Rewarm remaining white chocolate using the same method. Pour the white chocolate over the truffle layer and spread into a smooth layer. Sprinkle the remaining crushed candy canes over the top while the white chocolate is warm so the pieces adhere.
- Chill the bark until fully set, about 2 hours. Break or slice into pieces with a sharp knife. Store as directed below.
Notes
Tips for Storing
- Keep the bark in an airtight container.
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Refrigerate if your kitchen runs warm.
- Freeze for long term storage.
- Separate layers of bark with parchment to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 115mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 62IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg
