Pin this A festive and eye-catching chocolate bark, loaded with colorful toppings and broken into elegant shards—perfect for gifting or as a centerpiece for your holiday dessert table.
This recipe has become a holiday favorite for our family gatherings; everyone loves the combination of crunchy peppermint treats with rich chocolate.
Ingredients
- Chocolate Base: 400 g high-quality dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa), chopped, 200 g white chocolate, chopped
- Toppings: 60 g crushed peppermint candies, 60 g roasted salted pistachios roughly chopped, 60 g dried cranberries, 40 g toasted coconut flakes, 2 tbsp festive sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water (double boiler) or microwave in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Pour the melted dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer about 0.5 cm thick using a spatula.
- Step 4:
- Melt the white chocolate in a separate bowl using the same method.
- Step 5:
- Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the dark chocolate layer then use a skewer or knife to swirl for a marbled effect.
- Step 6:
- Immediately sprinkle the peppermint candies, pistachios, cranberries, coconut flakes, and sprinkles evenly over the chocolate.
- Step 7:
- Gently press toppings into the chocolate so they adhere.
- Step 8:
- Refrigerate for at least 40 minutes or until fully set.
- Step 9:
- Once set, break the bark into irregular shards and arrange on a platter for serving or packaging.
Pin this Our family looks forward to enjoying this bark every holiday season; it brings back warm memories of festive celebrations and acts as a delightful holiday treat.
Required Tools
Large baking sheet, parchment paper, heatproof bowls, spatula, knife or skewer
Allergen Information
Contains milk (chocolate), tree nuts (pistachios), and coconut. May contain soy (in chocolate). Double-check all toppings for gluten and nut contamination if needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 230, Total Fat: 14 g, Carbohydrates: 23 g, Protein: 3 g per serving
Pin this This holiday bark is simple to make yet wonderfully impressive, a perfect sweet treat to share with loved ones.
Recipe Questions
- → What type of chocolate works best for the base?
High-quality dark chocolate with at least 60% cocoa ensures a rich, smooth base that sets well.
- → Can I substitute pistachios with other nuts?
Yes, almonds or pecans are excellent alternatives if preferred or to accommodate allergies.
- → How can I create the marbled chocolate effect?
Melt white chocolate separately, drizzle over the dark base, then gently swirl using a skewer or knife.
- → How long should the bark chill before breaking?
Refrigerate for at least 40 minutes until completely set for easy breaking into shards.
- → Are there any storage tips to maintain freshness?
Store the bark in an airtight container in a cool place to keep it fresh for up to two weeks.
- → Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, use gluten-free candies and sprinkles to ensure it fits a gluten-free diet.