Save A festive and eye-catching chocolate bark, loaded with colorful toppings and broken into elegant shards—perfect for gifting or as a centerpiece for your holiday dessert table.
This holiday bark is always a hit with my family, bringing festive cheer and delicious flavors every season.
Ingredients
- Chocolate Base: 400 g high-quality dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa) chopped
- Chocolate Base: 200 g white chocolate chopped
- Toppings: 60 g crushed peppermint candies
- Toppings: 60 g roasted salted pistachios roughly chopped
- Toppings: 60 g dried cranberries
- Toppings: 40 g toasted coconut flakes
- Toppings: 2 tbsp festive sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water (double boiler) or microwave in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Pour the melted dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer about 0.5 cm thick using a spatula.
- Step 4:
- Melt the white chocolate in a separate bowl using the same method.
- Step 5:
- Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the dark chocolate layer, then use a skewer or knife to swirl for a marbled effect.
- Step 6:
- Immediately sprinkle the peppermint candies, pistachios, cranberries, coconut flakes, and sprinkles evenly over the chocolate.
- Step 7:
- Gently press toppings into the chocolate so they adhere.
- Step 8:
- Refrigerate for at least 40 minutes, or until fully set.
- Step 9:
- Once set, break the bark into irregular shards and arrange on a platter for serving or packaging.
Save Making this bark has become a beloved tradition that brings my family together every holiday season.
Notes
Try adding orange zest or a pinch of flaky sea salt for extra flavor. Store in an airtight container in a cool place for up to 2 weeks.
Required Tools
Large baking sheet, parchment paper, heatproof bowls, spatula, knife or skewer
Allergen Information
Contains milk (chocolate), tree nuts (pistachios), and coconut. May contain soy (in chocolate). Double-check all toppings for gluten and nut contamination if needed.
Save This holiday bark is a simple yet stunning treat perfect for sharing and celebrating the season.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of chocolate works best for this bark?
Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 60% cocoa for a rich flavor, paired with smooth white chocolate to create the marbled effect.
- → Can I substitute the pistachios with other nuts?
Yes, almonds or pecans make excellent alternatives depending on your preference and allergies.
- → How do I create the marbled chocolate effect?
Melt dark and white chocolates separately, pour the dark layer first, then drizzle and swirl white chocolate over it with a skewer or knife for a marbled look.
- → What is the best way to set the bark?
Chill the assembled bark in the refrigerator for at least 40 minutes until fully firm before breaking into shards.
- → How should I store the finished bark?
Keep the shards in an airtight container in a cool place; they stay fresh for up to two weeks.
- → Are there gluten-free topping options?
Yes, choose gluten-free candies and sprinkles to make the bark suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.