Best 2 Party Bark Recipes

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If you're planning a party and need a quick and easy treat to serve your guests, look no further than party bark! This no-bake dessert is made with just a few ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer sweet or savory, crunchy or chewy, there's a party bark recipe out there for everyone. So gather your friends, pick your favorite recipe, and get ready to enjoy the party!

Let's cook with our recipes!

BASIC BARK



Basic Bark image

Who can resist velvety chocolate -- bittersweet, milk, or white -- topped with nuts, candy, or dried fruit? Try one of these bark variations (or experimentwith your own favorite flavors): Movie Theater Bark; Dried Cherry and Orange Peel Bark; S'mores Bark; Peppermint Bark; Lime and Macadamia Nut Bark; Pistachio, Dried Cranberry, and Toasted-Coconut Bark; Cookies-and-Cream Bark; Crackly Two-Tone Bark; Peanut Butter Swirl Bark.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield Makes one 9-by-12 1/2-inch sheet

Number Of Ingredients 3

Vegetable oil cooking spray
Bittersweet, milk, or white chocolate, chopped, according to variation
Toppings, according to variation

Steps:

  • Coat a 9-by-12 1/2-inch rimmed baking sheet withcooking spray, and line with parchment, leaving anoverhang on ends.
  • Melt chocolate in a double boileror a heatproof bowl setover a pan of simmering water,stirring. Pour into baking sheet,and spread in an even layer.
  • Immediately sprinkle toppingsover chocolate. Refrigerateuntil firm, about 1 hour.Peel off parchment, and breakbark into pieces.

PARTY BARK



Party Bark image

Caution! Party bark is addictive. You can change the recipe up in many ways, but it's basically party mix covered in white chocolate bark. Makes a great gift.

Provided by Neely Swob Ursery

Categories     Candy Brittle

Time 21m

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (14 ounce) package candy-coated chocolate-covered peanut candies (such as M&M's®)
1 (8 ounce) package pretzel twists
6 cups toasted oat cereal (such as Cheerios®)
6 cups crispy corn cereal squares (such as Corn Chex®)
1 (14 ounce) bag vanilla chocolate almond bark, broken into pieces
¼ cup multicolored candy sprinkles, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine chocolate-covered peanut candies, pretzel twists, oat cereal, and corn cereal in a large pot or bowl to make the party mixture.
  • Melt almond bark in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each melting, 1 to 3 minutes total. Pour over the party mixture and stir well. Spread onto waxed paper. Sprinkle with sprinkles and cool, at least 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 1.3 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 248.4 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

Tips for Making the Best Party Bark

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The type of chocolate you use will make a big difference in the taste of your bark. Look for a chocolate that is rich and flavorful, with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Temper your chocolate: Tempering your chocolate will help it set up smoothly and give it a shiny finish. To temper chocolate, melt it over a double boiler or in the microwave until it reaches a temperature of 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, let it cool to 88 degrees Fahrenheit before stirring it until it reaches a temperature of 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The possibilities are endless when it comes to toppings for party bark. You can use nuts, seeds, dried fruit, candy, or even pretzels. Just be sure to choose toppings that will complement the flavor of the chocolate.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When you're spreading the chocolate mixture into the pan, don't overcrowd it. This will make it difficult for the chocolate to set up properly.
  • Chill the bark before cutting it: Once the bark has set up, chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cutting it. This will make it easier to cut clean pieces.

Conclusion

Party bark is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a variety of toppings to choose from, you can customize it to your own liking. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat to share, give party bark a try. You won't be disappointed!

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