3-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark

From the kitchen of Carly

Dark chocolate melts into silky richness, spiked with peppermint extract and topped with crushed candy canes for a crisp, minty contrast. This three-ingredient bark comes together in minutes and keeps for a week, making it perfect for gifting or sneaking pieces straight from the freezer.

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Servings
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Difficulty
medium

Ingredients

4 servings

  • 112 ounces high-quality dark chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 11/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 15 candy canes
  • 1coarsely crushed

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Bring a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over a small pot of water to a low simmer. Place chocolate in bowl and gently stir until completely melted. Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract.

  2. Pour chocolate mixture onto prepared baking sheet and spread evenly with a spatula or wooden spoon. Immediately sprinkle with crushed candy canes and press lightly to adhere.

  3. Freeze until hardened, about 5 minutes. Break into pieces and serve.

  4. Bark can be made up to 7 days ahead. Wrap tightly and keep chilled.