3-Ingredient Peppermint Bark
This delicious dessert ready is an easy make ahead dessert for any Holiday party. 3 ingredients make it pantry friendly, and your holiday party guests will be begging you for this recipe!
Are you ready to make your inner child heart feel the excitement of the holiday season? This 3-Ingredient Peppermint Bark recipe is bound to make you smile. It is full of sweet peppermint and sugary goodness. This is a dessert favorite of ours and I like to make it around Christmas time because it is very festive, brightly colorful, and delicious. Plus its super easy to make and impresses at any Holiday party.
3-Ingredient Peppermint Bark
This delicious dessert ready is an easy make ahead dessert for any Holiday party. 3 ingredients make it pantry friendly, and your holiday party guests will be begging you for this recipe!
Equipment
- 1 Large baking tray with lip
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 12 candy canes
- 1 lb white chocolate candy melts
- 1 lb chocolate candy melts
Instructions
Directions:
- Lay parchment paper over large lipped baking sheet
- Crush candy canes into small pieces, or until desired size. I use a rolling pin and crush them on a parchment paper covered baking sheet.
- Melt chocolate candy melts using double boiler or microwave.
- Pour chocolate melted candy melt on baking sheet and spread out evenly, set into freezer to harden. (Should only take 5-15 minutes)
- Once chocolate has hardened, melt white chocolate candy melts using a double boiler or microwave.
- Pour white chocolate candy melt over hardened chocolate spread out evenly. (Be careful not to spend too much time spreading the white chocolate otherwise the dark chocolate may begin to melt and mix into the white chocolate).
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes over white chocolate while it is still soft and softly press into white chocolate so they stick.
- Set baking sheet back into freezer so bark may harden.
- After everything has hardened, remove from freezer and break apart into desired sized pieces.
Freezer Directions
- Place peppermint bark pieces into a gallon freezer bags and store in freezer until ready to serve.
Dietary Adjustments
Make it Gluten-Free:
Make it Dairy-Free:
- Use gluten-free candy canes and gluten-free candy melts.
- Use dairy-free candy melts.
Nutrition
Serving: 24gCalories: 253kcalCarbohydrates: 31.3gProtein: 1.7gFat: 13.5gCholesterol: 4mg
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What ingredients are essential for making homemade Peppermint Bark?
When you are making a Peppermint Bark you need to ensure that you have quality ingredients. The essentials are high quality dark or semi-sweet chocolates, white chocolates, and peppermint extract. Using peppermint candies is also an essential ingredient. Making sure your chocolate has cocoa butter will ensure even melting and better texture.
Make this ahead of time and stick it in the freezer, ready to go to any party you may have coming up over the holidays. Or, make it to enjoy at home with some hot cocoa, a warming fire, and in a blanket cuddled up, ready to watch your favorite movie. I hope you enjoy!
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Why you’ll love this 3-Ingredient Peppermint Bark recipe
- Holiday Tradition
- Customizable and Personal
- Easy to Make
- Kid friendly prepping
- Perfect Food Gift
Equipment Needed to make Easy Peppermint Bark
- 1 Large baking tray with lip
- Parchment Paper
- Double boiler/Microwave
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Popular Substitutions and Additions
Substitutions:
- Crushed Peppermint Candies (instead of candy canes): Use individually wrapped peppermint candies, crushed into small pieces, as a substitute for candy canes.
- Dark Chocolate Candy Melts (instead of white chocolate candy melts): Swap the white chocolate with dark chocolate for a richer, less sweet version.
- Crushed Freeze-Dried Strawberries (instead of candy canes): Use freeze-dried strawberries for a tangy twist. Crumble them into small pieces to add a fruity flavor and bright color.
Additions:
- Crushed Graham Crackers: Sprinkle crushed gluten-free graham crackers on top for a s’mores-inspired bark.
- Chopped Nuts: Add chopped almonds, pistachios, or pecans for a nutty flavor and crunch.
- Shredded Coconut: Sprinkle unsweetened shredded coconut over the top for a tropical twist.
How do you melt chocolate without burning it?
When you are heating up your chocolate for melting, it is best to use a double boiler or microwave. When you are using a microwave, it is best to melt the chocolate in short increments of 15-30 seconds, and stirring after each increment to prevent scorching. White chocolate is the harder chocolate to melt, make sure to pay attention and be careful.
How can I prevent the layers from separating?
To ensure that your layers are ready for adhering, allow the chocolate layers to set until it is firm, but not completely hardened before adding the next layer of chocolate. This approach will help to make sure the layers bond effectively.
Does Peppermint Bark need to be refrigerated?
Peppermint bark does not need to be refrigerated. In fact, Peppermint Bark can sit at room temperature in a tightly sealed container for up to two weeks. Refrigeration can cause moisture to be added to the dessert, which can cause stickiness.
When making Peppermint Bark, can I use peppermint oil, instead of peppermint extract?
Yes, you can use peppermint oil instead of peppermint extract. If you are choosing this substitution, be mindful that the peppermint oil is more concentrated, so use sparingly in order to avoid being too over powerful.
How can I store my delicious Peppermint Bark?
3-Ingredient Peppermint Bark is best stored at room temperature in an airtight container. Storing in an airtight container will remain fresh for 2 weeks. If you are looking for. a longer storage solution, you may utilize the freezer, storing for up to three months. When you go to thaw from the freezer, allow the thawing process to occur in the fridge.
Can I customize my simple peppermint bark at all?
Yes, absolutely!!! While crushing candy canes is the tradition method, you can also use nuts, dried fruits, or even drizzle some other toppings on top, like carmel, or marshmallow for a unique twist.
If you like this recipe here are some other Dessert recipes you’re sure to love:
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