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3-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark

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  • Active Time

    10 minutes

  • Total Time

    15 minutes

In Epi's3-Ingredient Recipesseries, we show you how to make great food with just three ingredients (plus staples like oil, salt, and pepper).

Make this impressive but easy bark for a holiday gathering, gift-giving, or festive snacking.

Ingredients

Serves 10-12 people

12 ounces high-quality dark chocolate, coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
5 candy canes, coarsely crushed
  1. Step 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.

    Step 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.

    Step 3

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

  2. Do Ahead

    Step 4

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

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  • This is really good - yum! I used a microwave instead of a double boiler so it was super-simple to make.

    • cathifrommontreal

    • 12/2/2019

  • Super simple and delicious! Try w different oils (orange adds a nice zing) and chocolates.

    • chilidawgboise

    • Boise, ID

    • 12/26/2015

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