Best 8 Peppermint And Pecan Chocolate Bark Recipes

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Peppermint and pecan chocolate bark is a delightful and delectable treat that combines the refreshing flavors of peppermint with the rich taste of chocolate and the nutty crunch of pecans. It is a perfect dessert for any occasion, whether it's a holiday gathering, a potluck, or simply a sweet snack to indulge in. With its vibrant green and red colors, this bark is as visually appealing as it is delicious, making it a beautiful addition to any dessert table.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PEPPERMINT AND PECAN CHOCOLATE BARK



Peppermint and Pecan Chocolate Bark image

Categories     Candy     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Mint     Pecan     Winter     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 2 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 3

20 ounces mint chocolate (such as Ghirardelli), chopped
1 7.5-ounce package red-and-white-striped hard peppermint candies, chopped (about 1 generous cup)
1 cup pecans, toasted, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F. Line 17x11-inch rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Sprinkle chopped chocolate evenly on parchment-lined sheet. Place in oven just until chocolate is softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from oven. Using rubber spatula or back of spoon, spread chocolate evenly on sheet to edges. Immediately sprinkle peppermint candies and pecans over chocolate. Refrigerate until chocolate is firm, about 2 hours. Cut chocolate bark into irregular bite-size pieces. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Store between sheets of foil in airtight containers in refrigerator.)

MILK CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT BARK



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This peppermint bark has a delicious milk chocolate layer on the bottom with white chocolate and bits of candy canes on top.

Provided by caityb19

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     White Chocolate

Time 2h

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (12 ounce) packages milk chocolate chips
2 (12 ounce) packages white chocolate chips
2 teaspoons peppermint extract
8 peppermint candy canes, crushed, divided

Steps:

  • Line a 12x18 inch jelly roll pan with aluminum foil.
  • Melt the milk chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, for 1 to 5 minutes (depending on your microwave). Do not overheat or chocolate will scorch. Stir in the peppermint extract. Spread the chocolate evenly in the prepared pan; chill until set, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, for 1 to 5 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup of the crushed candy canes. Spread the white chocolate mixture evenly over the milk chocolate. Sprinkle the remaining candy cane pieces evenly over the white chocolate layer. Chill until set, about 1 hour. Break into small pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 7.4 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 38.8 mg, Sugar 17.7 g

DARK CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT BARK



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Classic dark chocolate peppermint bark gets a new look by swirling dark and white chocolate together. You can also layer them if you wish. Be sure to use real peppermint oil (not extract) so your chocolate won't seize into a big clump. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 1-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 packages (10 to 12 ounces each) white baking chips
1/2 teaspoon peppermint oil
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
2 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies

Steps:

  • Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with parchment; set aside. , In a double boiler or metal bowl over hot water, melt baking chips until 2/3 are melted. Remove from heat; stir in peppermint oil until smooth. Spread into prepared pan. Melt dark chocolate chips in another bowl. Drizzle over top of white layer; cut through mixtures with a knife to swirl. Sprinkle with peppermint candies (pan will not be full). Refrigerate until firm, 15-20 minutes. Break or cut into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT BARK



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These treats are such a snap to make, I almost feel guilty serving them. But nobody seems to mind I didn't put in much effort-they just keep coming back for more. -Keslie Houser, Pasco, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 1 pound.

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped
1 cup crushed peppermint or spearmint candies, divided
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt white chocolate at 70% power; stir until smooth. Stir in 1/3 cup crushed candies. Repeat with chocolate chips and an additional 1/3 cup candies. Alternately drop spoonfuls of chocolate and white chocolate mixtures onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet., Using a metal spatula, cut through candy to swirl and spread to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle with remaining crushed candies., Refrigerate until firm. Break into pieces. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT BARK



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Chocolaty pepperminty goodness!

Provided by Stephie.Janel

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     White Chocolate

Time 1h21m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup chocolate chips
½ cup white chocolate chips
½ teaspoon vegetable oil
½ teaspoon peppermint extract

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
  • Melt chocolate chips in top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Melt white chocolate chips in top of a separate double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in vegetable oil and peppermint extract.
  • Pour chocolate onto lined baking sheet; spread with spatula. Drizzle white chocolate over chocolate; swirl with a fork.
  • Refrigerate until bark is hardened, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 3.2 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 18.9 mg, Sugar 23.7 g

PEPPERMINT AND PECAN CHOCOLATE BARK



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These rich and chocolaty treats are great for holiday gift-giving -- if you can bring yourself to part with them. From Bon Appetit.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Candy

Time 10m

Yield 2 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 3

20 ounces mint chocolate, chopped (such as Ghirardelli)
1 (7 1/2 ounce) package red-and-white-striped hard peppermint candies, chopped (about 1 generous cup)
1 cup pecans, toasted,chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F.
  • Line 17x11-inch rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Sprinkle chopped chocolate evenly on parchment-lined sheet.
  • Place in oven just until chocolate is softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from oven.
  • Using rubber spatula or back of spoon, spread chocolate evenly on sheet to edges.
  • Immediately sprinkle peppermint candies and pecans over chocolate.
  • Refrigerate until chocolate is firm, about 2 hours.
  • Cut chocolate bark into irregular bite-size pieces.
  • (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Store between sheets of foil in airtight containers in refrigerator.) Makes about 2 pounds.

TRIPLE CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT BARK



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This peppermint bark makes a great homemade Christmas gift. Two layers of chocolate are sprinkled with peppermint and more chocolate in this holiday candy.

Provided by Sarah Kieffer

Yield Makes 30 to 40 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 oz (226 g) bittersweet chocolate, 60 to 70 percent, finely chopped
8 oz (226 g) semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
⅓ cup (80 g) heavy cream
¾ teaspoon peppermint extract
8 oz (226 g) good white chocolate, finely chopped
3 candy canes, crushed (or a handful of peppermint candies, crushed)

Steps:

  • With a pencil and ruler, measure out and mark a 9 by 13-inch (23 by 33 cm) rectangle on a piece of parchment paper large enough to fit in a sheet pan. Flip the paper over (so the pencil marks are on the bottom), and then place the paper on a sheet pan.
  • Place the bittersweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl and set it over a saucepan of barely simmering water (do not allow the bottom of the bowl to touch the water). Stir occasionally until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove the chocolate from the heat and pour it onto the rectangle on the parchment. Using an offset spatula, spread the chocolate to fill in the rectangle. Chill until set, about 15 minutes.
  • While the chocolate is setting, in the same bowl you used to melt the bittersweet chocolate, combine the semisweet chocolate, cream, and peppermint extract. Warm it over the barely simmering water, stirring frequently, until the mixture is just melted and smooth. Remove the bowl from the heat and let the mixture cool until it is room temperature, about 15 minutes. Remove the sheet pan from the refrigerator and pour the semisweet chocolate mixture over the chilled chocolate rectangle. Using an offset spatula, spread the semisweet chocolate in an even layer, then chill until very cold and firm, about 1 hour.
  • In a clean bowl, warm the white chocolate over barely simmering water until the chocolate is smooth. Working quickly, pour the white chocolate over the firm semisweet layer, using a clean offset spatula to spread it to cover. Sprinkle with the crushed candy canes. Chill in the refrigerator just until firm, about 20 minutes.
  • Carefully transfer the parchment paper from the sheet pan to a large cutting board. Trim away any uneven edges of the bark so the sides are straight. Cut the bark into 2 by 9-inch (5 by 23 cm) wide strips, then cut the strips into squares or triangles.
  • Let the bark stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving. Store in an airtight container, layering sheets of wax paper or parchment paper between the layers so the pieces don't stick to one another, in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

PEPPERMINT BARK RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: mini candy canes, chocolate chips, peppermint extract, white chocolate chip

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Desserts

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

25 mini candy canes
4 cups chocolate chips
½ teaspoon peppermint extract
3 cups white chocolate chip

Steps:

  • Place the mini candy canes in a zip top bag and use a rolling pin to crush them into small chunks. Transfer to a medium bowl.
  • In a separate medium bowl, stir the peppermint extract into the melted chocolate chips. Pour onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and spread evenly with a spatula. Freeze for 5 minutes.
  • Take the pan out of the freezer and pour the melted white chocolate over the chocolate, spreading evenly with a spatula.
  • Sprinkle the crushed mini candy canes over the white chocolate.
  • Freeze for at least 1 hour.
  • Remove the bark from the freezer and break into pieces.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calories, Carbohydrate 74 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 57 grams

Tips:

  • To make the perfect chocolate bark, use high-quality chocolate. A good rule of thumb is to use chocolate that contains at least 70% cacao.
  • Make sure your chocolate is tempered before you pour it onto the prepared baking sheet. This will help the chocolate to set smoothly and evenly.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings for your chocolate bark. Some popular options include nuts, dried fruits, and candy.
  • If you want to make a thicker chocolate bark, you can add a layer of melted white chocolate or peanut butter to the bottom of the pan before pouring on the dark chocolate.
  • Chocolate bark can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Conclusion:

Chocolate bark is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its endless variations, there's a chocolate bark recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack, give chocolate bark a try. You won't be disappointed!

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