Festive Chocolate Candy Cane Bark Delight
Indulge in the perfect holiday treat with our Festive Chocolate Candy Cane Bark Delight. This scrumptious combination of semi-sweet and white chocolate creates a stunning marbled effect, bursting with the refreshing crunch of crushed candy canes. Perfect for gifting, this delightful bark will bring joy to friends and family as a sweet addition to any festive celebration. Pack it into gift bags for a homemade treat that’s both eye-catching and delicious.
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Servings
300
Calories
3
Ingredients
Ingredients
Semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
6 (chopped)
White chocolate baking squares
6 (chopped)
Candy canes
3 (crushed)
Instructions
1
Begin by lining a baking sheet with waxed paper to prevent sticking.
2
In separate bowls, melt the semi-sweet chocolate and white chocolate squares in the microwave or using a double boiler, stirring until completely smooth.
3
Once melted, carefully pour the dark chocolate onto the prepared wax paper, creating three thick, parallel strips, ensuring there is around 1 inch of space between each strip.
4
Next, pour the melted white chocolate into the empty spaces between the dark chocolate strips, allowing them to merge slightly.
5
Using a knife or a skewer, gently swirl between the dark and white chocolate to create a beautiful marbled design.
6
Evenly sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the top, pressing down slightly to ensure they stick.
7
Refrigerate the assembled bark until fully hardened, which will take about one hour.
8
Once firm, remove the bark from the sheet and break it into pieces of your desired size.
9
Store the chocolate bark in an airtight container at room temperature, where it will stay fresh for up to a week.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
37.5g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Festive Chocolate Candy Cane Bark Delight?
It is a holiday treat featuring a marbled combination of semi-sweet and white chocolate topped with crushed candy canes.
What are the main ingredients required?
The recipe requires semi-sweet chocolate baking squares, white chocolate baking squares, and crushed candy canes.
How many semi-sweet chocolate squares do I need?
You will need 6 chopped semi-sweet chocolate baking squares.
How many white chocolate squares are used?
The recipe calls for 6 chopped white chocolate baking squares.
How many candy canes should be used?
You will need 3 crushed candy canes for this recipe.
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
Line a baking sheet with waxed paper to prevent the chocolate from sticking.
How do I melt the chocolate?
You can melt the chocolate in separate bowls using either a microwave or a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
How should the dark chocolate be poured?
Pour the melted dark chocolate into three thick, parallel strips onto the prepared wax paper.
How much space should be between the dark chocolate strips?
There should be approximately 1 inch of space between each strip of dark chocolate.
Where does the white chocolate go?
Pour the melted white chocolate into the empty spaces between the dark chocolate strips.
How is the marbled effect achieved?
Use a knife or a skewer to gently swirl between the dark and white chocolate layers.
When do I add the candy canes?
Evenly sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the top after creating the marbled design.
Do I need to press the candy canes into the chocolate?
Yes, press them down slightly to ensure they stick to the melted chocolate.
How long does it take for the bark to harden?
The bark needs to be refrigerated for about one hour until it is fully hardened.
How do I break the bark into pieces?
Once firm, remove the bark from the sheet and break it into pieces of your desired size by hand.
How should the finished bark be stored?
Store the chocolate bark in an airtight container at room temperature.
How long will the bark stay fresh?
It will stay fresh for up to one week when stored correctly.
Is this bark suitable for gifting?
Yes, it is perfect for packing into gift bags as a homemade holiday treat.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 300 calories per serving.
What is the fat content of this dessert?
The bark contains 15g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in the recipe?
There are 37.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content?
The recipe contains 2.5g of protein per serving.
Can I use a microwave for this recipe?
Yes, the instructions mention that the chocolate can be melted in the microwave.
What tool is used for swirling?
A knife or a skewer is recommended for swirling the chocolates together.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 3 ingredients in total: semi-sweet chocolate, white chocolate, and candy canes.
Is the chocolate chopped before melting?
Yes, the ingredients list specifies that the chocolate squares should be chopped.
Should the chocolate strips merge?
Yes, you should allow the white and dark chocolate strips to merge slightly when pouring.
Can I store this in the refrigerator?
While it is refrigerated to harden, it is stored at room temperature once set.
What kind of texture does the candy cane provide?
The crushed candy canes provide a refreshing crunch to the smooth chocolate.
What tags describe this recipe?
Tags include candy, chocolate, bark, holiday, gift, candy cane, dessert, and marble.