5-Ingredient Peppermint Bark

Peppermint bark is a popular holiday gift but sells out quickly each fall. Smooth layers of good-quality semisweet and white chocolate are topped with crushed peppermint candies, delivering a nice contrast in texture and flavor in every bite. Learn how to make peppermint bark at home with this easy, 5-ingredient recipe.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 190 Calories

Ingredients

• 8 ounces high-quality semisweet chocolate, broken into pieces
• 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided
• ½ teaspoon peppermint extract, divided
• 8 ounces high-quality white chocolate, broken into pieces
• 25 peppermint candies, crushed, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Lightly grease a 9-inch square pan. Line the pan with waxed paper, smoothing out any wrinkles.

Step 2

Combine semisweet chocolate and 1 teaspoon canola oil in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted. Remove from the heat and stir in 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract.

Step 3

Pour melted chocolate into the prepared pan, and spread evenly to cover the bottom. Sprinkle 1/2 of the crushed candy over the chocolate and refrigerate until completely hardened, about 1 hour.

Step 4

Combine white chocolate and remaining 1 teaspoon canola oil in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until white chocolate is melted. Remove from the heat and stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract.

Step 5

Pour melted white chocolate into the pan, directly over the hardened chocolate layer; spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining crushed candy over top and gently press in. Refrigerate until completely hardened, about 1 hour.

Step 6

Remove from the pan and break into small pieces to serve.