Description
Christmas bark blends peppermint chocolate magic with festive cheer. Sweet layers of white and dark chocolate create a delightful holiday treat you’ll savor with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Chocolate Ingredients:
- 1 (10-11 ounces/280-310 grams) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (10-11 ounces/280-310 grams) bag white chocolate melting wafers or white chocolate chips
Fat/Binding Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) coconut oil or shortening, divided
Decorative Toppings:
- Pretzels
- Nuts
- Chopped candy
- Chopped cookies
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a clean, flat surface by lining a baking sheet with wax paper, ensuring complete coverage for easy chocolate removal.
- Combine semi-sweet chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, using 50% power to prevent scorching.
- Microwave for 1 minute, then stir thoroughly until smooth and no warmth remains in the bowl.
- Continue microwaving in 45-second intervals, stirring between each session until chocolate reaches a completely liquid consistency.
- Carefully pour melted chocolate onto the prepared wax paper, using gentle tilting motions to create an even, thin layer across the sheet.
- Quickly distribute selected toppings like pretzels, nuts, candy pieces, cookies, and sprinkles across the liquid chocolate surface.
- Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature for 2-3 hours until completely firm and no longer glossy.
- Repeat the entire melting process with white chocolate and remaining coconut oil, creating a second layer or separate batch.
- Once chocolate has fully hardened, break into irregular, rustic pieces using hands or a knife.
- Store bark in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Notes
- Temper chocolate slowly to prevent burning by using 50% microwave power and stirring between intervals.
- Choose high-quality chocolate chips for smoother melting and richer flavor profiles.
- Experiment with different toppings like crushed candy canes, dried fruits, or sea salt for unique variations.
- Chill bark in refrigerator for faster setting and firmer texture, especially in warm kitchens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg