Dark Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel Bark

Name: Dark Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel Bark
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 lb dark chocolate; 1 cup mini pretzels, chopped; 5-6 candy canes, crushed up (about 1/2 cup); pinch of course sea salt

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This dark chocolate peppermint pretzel bark is loaded with chocolate, pretzels, crushed candy canes and sea salt - making it the perfect holiday treat.

I'm a fan of all things peppermint, especially peppermint and chocolate - from a chocolate peppermint martini to chocolate peppermint blossoms to a peppermint yule log.

For years my parents would buy me a box of peppermint bark for Christmas. I'll admit though the main parts I like are the dark chocolate and peppermint. I'm not a huge fan of white chocolate.

Then a couple of years ago I discovered peppermint pretzel bark by barkTHINS. If you've never had it, you are really missing out. The crunch from the pretzels really just put it over the top.

There are two problems with it though - it is quite expensive and is only available for about a month out of the whole year.

So when our grocery store recently didn't have it, I decided to take it into my own hands and make my version. The great thing is you get triple the amount for half the costs. And it really couldn't be easier to make.

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Dark Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel Bark

bark with pretzels and peppermint on plate

Recipe Ingredients

Dark chocolate - can also use semi-sweet or milk.
Mini pretzels - any type of pretzel will work.
Candy canes - can just use peppermint candy as well.
Sea salt - enhances the flavor.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Line a 10x15 baking sheet with parchment paper. Evenly spread the chopped pretzels and crushed up candy canes on the baking sheet. (You can also just add to the bowl of melted chocolate)
In a medium bowl, microwave the chocolate in 30 second increments and stir between each until melted.
Pour the chocolate over the pretzels and crushed candy canes and spread evenly. Sprinkle some sea salt over the chocolate and let sit at room temperature for a few hours until hard.
Once hard, break into pieces.

process shots of how to make peppermint pretzel bark

FAQs

Best Chocolate to Use?

It is important to use good quality dark chocolate that is between 60% and 75% cocoa, depending on your preference. I used Ghirardelli bittersweet chocolate chips.

Should I Add Peppermint Extract?

A lot of peppermint bark uses peppermint extract, but I'm personally not a fan of it. You get enough of the peppermint flavor from the crushed candy canes.

However if you want more flavor, stir in about ¼ teaspoon of peppermint extract into the chocolate.

How Long Will it Last?

Store in a plastic bag or airtight container in the fridge and it will last about a month. But trust me, you'll eat it all before then.

Pro Tips/Recipe Notes

The easiest way to melt chocolate is in the microwave where you warm the chocolate in 30-second intervals and stir after each one until the chocolate is melted. You don't want to overdo it though.
If you don't have a microwave, melt the chocolate in a double boiler by placing a large heat-proof bowl over a pot of gintely simmering water and cooking until the chocolate is melted, stirring frequently.
Spread the chocolate to about ¼ inch thickness which makes for great bark.
If you don't have time, place the bark in the freezer for 30 minutes before breaking up.

peppermint pretzel bark stacked on plate on dish towel

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