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Easy Chocolate Peppermint Bark

This Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark is a simple, festive, and gluten-free treat perfect for the holidays! Made with rich dark chocolate, pure peppermint extract, and crushed candy canes, it’s an irresistible combination of cool mint and creamy chocolate.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Freezing Time 30 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 22 pieces
Course: Dessert, Sweets
Cuisine: American
Calories: 71
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 oz dark chocolate chips
  • 1/2 tsp pure peppermint extract
  • 4 candy canes, crushed

Equipment

  • Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and clear out space in your freezer.
  2. Melt chocolate chips using a double boiler (or microwave in 20-second bursts) until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add pure peppermint extract and stir until fully combined.
  4. Pour melted chocolate onto the lined baking sheet and spread evenly into a rectangle. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
  5. Freeze for about 30 minutes, or until firm. Remove from freezer and break into pieces.

Notes

Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Tip: For clean edges, let the bark sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before breaking into pieces.
Variation: Try swirling white chocolate on top before adding candy canes for a marbled look!

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