Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Place candy canes in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin until you have 1/2 cup of small pieces. Set aside.
- Line a standard 13x18-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside.
- Place dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 45 seconds. Stir, then continue heating in 10-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until completely melted and smooth with no lumps remaining.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips using the same method. Stop heating as soon as the last few chips melt with stirring to prevent seizing.
- Stir 1/4 cup of the crushed peppermint candies into the melted white chocolate until well combined.
- Pour melted dark chocolate onto the prepared parchment paper and spread evenly to about 1/4 inch thickness using the back of a spoon or offset spatula.
- Immediately pour the white chocolate mixture over the dark chocolate layer and carefully spread to cover completely, working quickly so the layers adhere.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup crushed peppermints over the top, pressing gently to help them stick.
- Refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes or until firm to the touch. Do not chill too long or layers may separate when cutting.
- Remove from refrigerator and cut into 24 pieces with a sharp knife. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.
Notes
High-quality chocolate (60% cocoa or higher) makes better tasting bark. Work quickly when layering chocolates so bottom layer doesn't harden before adding top layer. Store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Bark can sit at room temperature for a few hours during parties. Makes approximately 24 pieces depending on how you cut them.
