Description
This Valentine Peppermint Bark features creamy layers of white and semi-sweet chocolate, infused with mint, and topped with festive crushed candy canes for a perfect Valentine treat.
Ingredients
- White Chocolate (12 ounces)
- Semi-Sweet or Bittersweet Chocolate (6 ounces)
- Vegetable Oil or Coconut Oil (1 and 1/2 teaspoons)
- Peppermint Extract (1/2 teaspoon)
- Crushed Candy Canes (2–3 regular-size)
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch or 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt 6 ounces of white chocolate with 1/2 teaspoon of oil in a microwave, stirring until smooth. Add 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract and pour into the pan, spreading evenly.
- Melt 6 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate with another 1/2 teaspoon of oil, add remaining peppermint extract, then pour over the white chocolate layer.
- Melt remaining white chocolate, pour over the semi-sweet layer, and sprinkle crushed candy canes on top, pressing gently.
- Chill for about 1 hour until firm, then break or cut into pieces.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
Ensure utensils are dry to avoid chocolate seizing.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg