Peppermint Chocolate Bark
A delightful treat combining rich chocolate with refreshing peppermint, perfect for holiday gifting or satisfying your sweet tooth guilt-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 pieces
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- Vegan Candy Canes
- Dark/Semi-Sweet Chocolate
- Peppermint Extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Crush the Candy Canes: Unwrap and crush the candy canes using a food processor or a rolling pin.
- Chop the Chocolate: Coarsely chop the dark/semi-sweet chocolate and place it in a glass mixing bowl.
- Melt the Chocolate: Use a double boiler or microwave in short bursts until smooth.
- Add Peppermint Extract: Mix the extract into the melted chocolate.
- Pour and Spread: Pour the chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle Crushed Candy Canes: Distribute the crushed candy canes evenly over the chocolate.
- Freeze to Set: Freeze for about 10 minutes until hardened.
- Break into Pieces: Remove from freezer and break into desired pieces.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week or in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks. Great for meal prep and can be made sugar-free with the right ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: peppermint, chocolate, bark, dessert, holiday, vegan, gluten-free
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