Description
A delightful treat made with layers of dark and white chocolate, infused with peppermint and topped with crushed candy canes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (chopped)
- 8 oz white chocolate (chopped)
- ½ teaspoon neutral oil (¼ teaspoon per layer; skip if using high-quality chocolate)
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract (not mint, not essential oil)
- 1 cup crushed candy canes (sifted – fine “peppermint dust” and larger pieces kept separate)
- small pinch fine sea salt (for the dark chocolate layer)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy lifting. Lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Melt dark chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate. Stir in ¼ teaspoon oil, half of the peppermint extract (⅛ teaspoon), peppermint dust (1–2 tablespoons), and a small pinch of sea salt.
- Assemble dark chocolate layer: Spread the dark chocolate evenly in the prepared pan. Chill for 10-15 minutes in the fridge — just until set but still slightly tacky.
- Melt white chocolate: Melt the white chocolate and let it cool until just warm (around 85–90°F). Stir in the remaining ½ teaspoon oil, ¼ teaspoon extract, and, if desired, 1–2 tablespoons of medium peppermint pieces for a “confetti” look.
- Assemble white chocolate layer: Gently spread the white chocolate over the dark chocolate layer. If the dark layer got too cold, rest it for 5 minutes at room temperature first to ensure the layers won’t separate.
- Decorate & chill: Sprinkle the remaining larger peppermint pieces over the top and press lightly so they stick. Chill for 30–60 minutes, or until firm.
- Finish: Lift the bark from the pan. Let stand for 10 minutes at room temperature, then cut into squares with a warm, dry knife. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- If using high-quality chocolate, you can skip the oil.
- Make sure to wipe the knife after each cut for extra clean slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg