Save Pin 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.
I first served this to my family during the holidays and everyone loved the colorful festive look and the variety of textures.
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 Pin This recipe became our family tradition every holiday season sharing moments while breaking and enjoying the festive shards.
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
Nutritional Information
Calories: 230 Total Fat: 14 g Carbohydrates: 23 g Protein: 3 g per serving
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Store the bark in an airtight container and enjoy for up to two weeks to keep it fresh.
Recipe FAQs
- → What types of chocolate are used for this holiday bark?
High-quality dark chocolate with at least 60% cocoa is melted as the base, then white chocolate is melted separately and drizzled on top for a marbled effect.
- → How long does it take to set the chocolate bark?
After spreading and topping the melted chocolate, refrigerate for at least 40 minutes until fully set and firm before breaking into shards.
- → Can I substitute the toppings used on the bark?
Yes, you can swap pistachios for almonds or pecans and use gluten-free candies or sprinkles if desired to accommodate dietary needs.
- → What is the best way to break the bark into shards?
Once fully chilled and set, gently break the bark into irregular pieces by hand to create an elegant and rustic shard display.
- → How should I store the bark for best freshness?
Keep the bark in an airtight container in a cool place for up to 2 weeks to maintain its texture and flavor.
- → Are there any allergens to be aware of in this holiday bark?
This bark contains milk, tree nuts (pistachios), and coconut. Check all toppings for potential gluten or nut contamination if needed.