PEPPERMINT BARK

This peppermint bark has only two ingredients and is seriously simple to make. It's a great idea for a homemade Christmas gift, or just keep it to eat yourself. Spread holiday cheer with this easy recipe!

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Place chocolate in a large bowl & microwave for 45 seconds. Take it out & stir, then microwave twice more for 30 seconds each, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted.

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Line a sheet pan with parchment paper, then spread the melted chocolate into an even layer over the parchment, roughly 1/4 inch thick.

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Immediately sprinkle the peppermint bits into an even layer over the chocolate.

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Fill in any holes with additional peppermint bits as needed.

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Place the sheet pan with the bark on it in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes, until it is fully hardened.

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Break the bark into pieces, then store in an airtight container in the fridge. Enjoy!

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PEPPERMINT BARK

RECIPE

EASY

This peppermint bark has only two ingredients and is seriously simple to make. It's a great idea for a homemade Christmas gift, or just keep it to eat yourself. Spread holiday cheer with this easy recipe!

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INGREDIENTS

– 1 bag white chocolate chips (11.5-12 ounces) – 1/2 cup small bits of peppermint candy crunch (or smashed candy canes)

Place chocolate in a large bowl & microwave for 45 seconds. Take it out & stir, then microwave twice more for 30 seconds each, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted.

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Line a sheet pan with parchment paper, then spread the melted chocolate into an even layer over the parchment, roughly 1/4 inch thick.

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Immediately sprinkle the peppermint bits into an even layer over the chocolate.

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Fill in any holes with additional peppermint bits as needed.

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Place the sheet pan with the bark on it in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes, until it is fully hardened.

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Break the bark into pieces, then store in an airtight container in the fridge. Enjoy!

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