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Mint Chocolate Bark Recipe

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4.3 from 15 reviews

Mint Chocolate Bark is a quick and festive no-bake treat that combines rich dark chocolate, refreshing peppermint extract, and crunchy chocolate graham crackers. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a simple indulgent snack, this bark is easy to prepare, requires minimal ingredients, and sets quickly in the freezer, making it a delightful homemade candy with a touch of minty freshness and a hint of colorful drizzle.

  • Total Time: 10-15 minutes plus chilling time
  • Yield: 24 servings

Ingredients

Chocolate Base

  • 20 ounces dark chocolate melting wafers or chocolate coating
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Layering

  • About 12 chocolate graham crackers

Decoration (Optional)

  • 1/2 cup dark green candy melts for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with Reynolds parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Melt Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate wafers according to package instructions, usually by microwaving in short intervals or using a double boiler. Once melted smooth, stir in 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract to infuse a refreshing mint flavor.
  3. Spread Base Layer: On the prepared baking sheet, spread half of the melted chocolate into a rectangle shape measuring approximately 6 graham crackers long and 2 graham crackers high. This creates the foundation layer for the bark.
  4. Add Graham Crackers: Carefully place the 12 chocolate graham crackers on top of the chocolate layer, arranging them side by side so they cover the entire chocolate surface completely.
  5. Top Layer: Pour the remaining melted chocolate evenly over the graham crackers, gently spreading it with a spatula to ensure it fully covers the crackers and seals the bark layers together.
  6. Set Chocolate: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 10-15 minutes or until the chocolate has fully set and hardened.
  7. Melt Decorative Candy Melts: While the bark sets, melt about half a cup of dark green candy melts according to the package directions. For precise drizzling, transfer the melted candy melts to a resealable plastic bag and snip off a small corner.
  8. Drizzle Decoration: Drizzle the melted green candy melts diagonally across the top of the hardened bark by squeezing the bag gently, creating fine decorative lines.
  9. Final Setting: Return the bark to the freezer for a few minutes until the green drizzle hardens.
  10. Break into Pieces: Once fully set, remove the bark from the freezer and break it into irregular pieces by hand, ready to serve or package for gifting.

Notes

  • Use high-quality dark chocolate wafers for rich flavor and smooth melting.
  • If candy melts are not available, white chocolate or colored royal icing can be used for decoration.
  • Store the bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer to keep it fresh and prevent melting.
  • Make sure to evenly space the graham crackers to avoid cracks when breaking into pieces.
  • The peppermint extract can be adjusted to taste; start with 1 teaspoon and increase for stronger mint flavor.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/mint-chocolate-bark-recipe/