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    Home » Recipes » Holiday Sweets and Treats

    White Chocolate Peppermint Bark Recipe

    Published: Dec 16, 2023 · Modified: Dec 16, 2023 by Eileen Murphy Kelly

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    A collage of holiday peppermint bark

    White Chocolate Peppermint Bark is the perfect Holiday homemade candy that will become a family favorite. An easy no-bake recipe that anyone can prepare and it is always a hit.

    White chocolate bark pieces topped with crushed peppermint and drizzled with melted milk chocolate on a marble platter

    It's so easy to make and is a fabulous food gift too. Make a big batch for yourself and an extra batch for friends.

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    • ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🍲 Equipment
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • ❄️ Make ahead, storage, and freezer tips
    • 📖 Variations
    • 📋Frequently Asked Questions
    • 🥣 Serving Suggestions
    • 🍽 Similar recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

    • Peppermint bark is a great homemade gift that makes a great hostess and teacher gift.
    • White chocolate peppermint bark travels well. Bring some along to a potluck or Holiday parties during Christmas time.
    • The Christmas candy is a great addition to a dessert table.
    • No-bake Holiday candy that's delicious and easy, so why not make a batch?

    🧾 Ingredients

    White chocolate blocks, soft peppermint candies and milk chocolate

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    🍲 Equipment

    • microwave
    • baking sheet
    • microwave safe bowls

    🔪 Instructions

    This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

    Place either parchment paper or wax paper on a medium-sized baking sheet and set aside.

    A bowl of crushed peppermint candy for holiday chocolate bark.

    Step 1: Crush the candy into small pieces.

    A bowl of white chocolate melted to make white chocolate bark.

    Step 2: In a glass bowl or a large heatproof bowl melt the white chocolate using a microwave. Use 20-second intervals to melt the chocolate. Stir the chocolate in between each interval. A double boiler to melt the white chocolate.

    White chocolate that has been melted on a baking sheet.

    Step 3: Pour the melted chocolate into the prepared baking sheet. (The chocolate does not fill the entire baking tray) Use an offset spatula to spread the chocolate in an even layer.

    The process of white peppermint bark being made with crushed peppermint on white chocolate.

    Step 4: Sprinkle the crushed peppermint over the melted chocolate.

    White Chocolate Peppermint Bark drizzled with melted chocolate.

    Step 5: Melt the milk chocolate in the microwave for 30 seconds. If not completely melted, microwave for another 10 seconds.

    Drizzle the melted chocolate over the white chocolate layer and the crushed peppermint.

    White chocolate peppermint bark pieces with crushed peppermint and drizzled chocolate.

    Step 6: Chill in refrigerator or freezer until set.

    Cut or break into pieces or use a sharp knife to cut the homemade candy. Enjoy.

    A few pieces of white chocolate peppermint bark wrapped in red ribbon with snow flakes on it.

    ❄️ Make ahead, storage, and freezer tips

    Store the bark in a covered airtight container on the counter for 2-3 days.

    For longer storage, keep it in an airtight covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

    Freezer Instructions: For longer storage, wrap the candy in wax paper and then in a freezer-safe bag.

    To defrost, thaw at room temperature. Leave the candy in the wax paper so moisture doesn't form on the candy.

    A stack of white chocolate bark topped with chocolate and peppermint candy.

    📖 Variations

    For a shortcut, use crushed candy canes instead of soft peppermint candies.

    Try adding a teaspoon of peppermint extract to the white chocolate for an extra level of flavor.

    📋Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I use almond bark to make this recipe?

    Yes, white almond bark can be melted and used to make this recipe.

    I do not have parchment paper. Can I still make the peppermint bark?

    Yes. Use aluminum foil if you do not have parchment paper.

    🥣 Serving Suggestions

    Serve alongside some homemade hot cocoa. Our Starbucks Hot Cocoa is a delicious treat to serve with the candy.

    Irish Coffee is another delicious hot beverage that can be paired with this chocolate treat.

    The Holiday season is a great time to showcase homemade goodies. We love making fruitcake cookies, Pecan Sandies, and Buddy the Elf cupcakes along with this homemade holiday chocolate bark.

    Make a gift basket for someone special and include festive holiday treats including this yummy chocolate bark.

    🍽 Similar recipes

    Almond Roca, was always my Dad's favorite candy.

    Homemade Peppermint Patties are another delicious treat to make and enjoy.

    Easy Chocolate Bark is a fabulous snack topped with dried fruit and nuts.

    Yogurt Bark with Fruit is another delicious treat that is made with yogurt that is frozen and drizzled with your favorite fruit.

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    📖 Recipe

    White chocolate drizzled with milk chocolate and crushed peppermint candies

    White Chocolate Peppermint Bark

    Peppermint Bark, a festive Holiday candy that is decadently delicious. A great holiday sweet treat. Perfect for giving to family and friends as a gift.
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    Course: Christmas dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Christmas bark recipe, peppermint bark recipe, white chocolate peppermint bark
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Refrigerate Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 14 pieces
    Calories: 82kcal
    Author: Eileen Murphy Kelly

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    Equipment Needed:

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    • microwave
    • baking sheet
    • microwave safe bowls

    Ingredients

    • 20 pieces soft peppermint candies Note 2
    • 6 ounces premium white chocolate, be sure to use a good quality chocolate Note 1 Ghirardelli is a great choice
    • 1 ounce premium milk or dark chocolate Ghirardelli is a great choice

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    Instructions

    • Place the peppermint candies in a sealable plastic bag. Use a mallet or rolling pin to crush the candy into small pieces set aside.
    • Place chocolate in a microwave safe bowl, melt the white chocolate in the microwave on medium heat for 20 seconds. Remove the chocolate and stir. Place it back in the microwave for another 20 seconds, remove and stir again. If all the chocolate is not melted, reduce time to 10 seconds until the chocolate is all melted. (If you do not have a microwave,
    • Pour onto a wax or parchment paper lined baking sheet
    • Sprinkle the crushed peppermint over the melted white chocolate.
    • In a microwave-safe bowl, add the milk or dark chocolate and melt in the microwave by using intervals of 30 seconds. Drizzle over the crushed peppermint
    • Chill in refrigerator or freezer until set, at least an hour.
    • Cut or break into pieces and enjoy!   

    NOTES

    Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.
    Note 1: Almond bark can be used in lieu of baking chocolate. 
    Note 2: For a shortcut, You can purchase chopped peppermint. Also, candy canes can be substituted and chopped up. 
    Double Boiler Method: Fill the bottom of a double boiler with about ¾ to 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat until hot and steam forms. Place the top of the double boiler over the steaming water. (be sure the bottom of the pot is not in the water) Add some of the chocolate, stir to melt, continuing adding the chocolate until all is melted. 
    Storage Tips:
    Store in a sealed container on the counter for 2-3 days. For longer storage, keep it in a covered container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, wrap the bark in wax paper and then in a freezer-safe bag. To defrost, thaw at room temperature. Leave the candy in the wax paper so moisture doesn't form on the candy.
     
    I'm not a registered dietician, I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
     
     
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1piece | Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 41mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
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