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Perfect Salted Peppermint Bark | Christmas Dessert Recipe with Pro Tips

This Salted Peppermint Bark recipe transforms the classic holiday treat into a show-stopping dessert with layers of silky chocolate, refreshing peppermint, and a touch of sea salt. It’s festive, elegant, and easier than you think—ready in under an hour!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 24 oz light cocoa candy melts or chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp sea salt flakes divided
  • 20 oz white almond bark or white chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract oil-based preferred
  • 3 oz crushed peppermint candy canes or peppermint candies
  • ½ tsp sea salt flakes for topping

Method
 

  1. Line a large cookie sheet with parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
  2. Melt chocolate in a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  3. Spread melted chocolate evenly onto the prepared sheet and allow to set for 3–4 minutes at room temperature.
  4. In a clean bowl, melt white chocolate using the same method, then stir in peppermint extract.
  5. Pour peppermint-infused white chocolate over the semi-set dark layer and spread evenly.
  6. Sprinkle crushed peppermint and remaining sea salt flakes evenly over the top, pressing lightly to adhere.
  7. Allow bark to set completely at room temperature for 45 minutes, or refrigerate for 20 minutes to speed up the process.
  8. Once firm, break into pieces or cut into squares for serving.

Notes

For perfect layers, pour the white chocolate before the base is fully hardened. Use oil-based peppermint extract to prevent seizing and achieve a smooth texture.