How to Make Layered Peppermint Bark - A Step-by-Step Guide

Layered peppermint bark is one of those holiday treats that everyone looks forward to. With its combination of rich dark chocolate, sweet white chocolate, and refreshing peppermint flavor, it's the perfect indulgence for the holiday season. Whether you're making it as a gift for friends and family or simply wanting to treat yourself to some festive sweets, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

What makes this layered peppermint bark so special is the contrast of flavors and textures. The d...

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Ingredients

  • 20 ounces white chocolate, coarsely chopped, divided
  • 30 peppermint candies, crushed, divided
  • 10 ounces dark chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 6 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 2 pounds

  • Line a 9x12-inch baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper; set aside.
  • Melt 1/2 of the white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Spread melted white chocolate into the prepared pan. Sprinkle 1/4 of the crushed peppermint candies evenly over white chocolate. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt dark chocolate, heavy cream, and peppermint extract in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water, stirring frequently, until just melted. Quickly pour chocolate over chilled white chocolate layer; spread evenly. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt remaining white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water, stirring frequently, until just melted. Spread quickly over chilled chocolate layers. Sprinkle with remaining peppermint candies. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 20 minutes. Cut or break into small pieces to serve.
  • Nutrition

    204 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 23mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Potassium: 52mg