Description
Festive Peppermint Bark Dessert is a holiday favorite that brings together rich dark chocolate and creamy white chocolate, topped with crunchy peppermint bits. This delightful treat is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making it perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights at home. Just imagine unwrapping a piece and being transported to a winter wonderland filled with joy and sweetness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (60% cocoa or higher)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 2 candy canes, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth, stirring after each interval.
- Pour the melted dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly. Allow it to cool slightly.
- Melt the white chocolate chips in the same manner, then stir in peppermint extract.
- Spread the white chocolate mixture over the dark chocolate layer.
- While still warm, sprinkle crushed candy canes on top.
- Refrigerate for about two hours or until fully set. Once hardened, break into pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg