Description
This Valentine Peppermint Bark features layers of smooth white and semi-sweet chocolate, enhanced with refreshing peppermint and festive candy canes, making it a delightful treat perfect for both gifting and enjoying yourself.
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)
- Candy Canes (2-3 regular-size)
Instructions
- Prepare the pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- Melt the first layer of white chocolate with vegetable oil and pour it into the pan, refrigerating until set.
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate with oil, mix in peppermint extract, and pour over the chilled white layer, refrigerating again.
- Melt the remaining white chocolate and pour it over the semi-sweet layer. Top with crushed candy canes before chilling again.
- Once set, remove from the pan and break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
If using milk chocolate, adjust the peppermint extract accordingly for balance.
Chill time is essential for the layers to set properly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
