If you are still scrambling for some last minute neighbor gifts, or co-worker treats, I have a great recipe for you!
It is a simple, quick and easy chocolate peppermint bark.
I love to make it and package it up nice and festive in some clear containers.
Peppermint Bark
- 2 2/3 cups milk chocolate or semisweet chocolate
- 3 to 5 drops peppermint oil
- 2 cups good quality white melting chocolate, chopped into coarse pieces
- ¼ cup chopped candy canes or finely chopped hard peppermint candies
Directions
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1) Gently melt the dark chocolate, heating it on very low heat or over hot water until it barely melts. I use a double boil method with a medium saucepan with simmering water then place a large glass bowl on top with the chocolate inside to melt it.
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2) Stir in 2 drops of the the peppermint oil, then spread a thin layer into an 8″ x 12″ oval on parchment paper or foil.
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3) Allow the chocolate to set, in the fridge or freezer for about 15-30 minutes.
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4) Melt the white chocolate the same way, and mix it with 2 drops of peppermint oil.
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5) Spread the white chocolate over the hardened dark chocolate. (make sure chocolate is well hardened or it will melt with the white chocolate.
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6) Sprinkle the rest of the peppermint crunch on top, pressing it in gently.
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7) Allow the candy to cool until hardened, then break or cut it into chunks.
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8) Store airtight at room temperature for up to a week; freeze for longer storage.
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Yield: about 2 dozen pieces.
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Enjoy!
{photos by me}
