3-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark

Name: 3-Ingredient Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 ounces high-quality dark chocolate, coarsely chopped; ½ teaspoon peppermint extract; 5 whole candy canes; coarsely crushed

A festive holiday treat made with rich dark chocolate and crushed candy canes, infused with cool peppermint extract. This easy-to-make bark is perfect for gifting or enjoying during the holiday season.

8 servings

20 min

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•12 ounces high-quality dark chocolate, coarsely chopped
•½ teaspoon peppermint extract
•5 whole candy canes
•coarsely crushed

Cooking Instructions

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.
10 min
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.
5 min
3.
Freeze until hardened, about 5 minutes. Break into pieces and serve.
5 min
4.
Bark can be made up to 7 days ahead. Wrap tightly and keep chilled.