Mint Chocolate Bark Swirl (Printable)

Rich dark chocolate infused with refreshing mint and elegant white chocolate swirls in a stunning bark.

# What You Need:

01 - 12 oz dark chocolate (60–70% cacao), chopped or chips

02 - 5 oz white chocolate, chopped or chips

03 - 1/2 tsp peppermint extract

04 - 2 tbsp crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

01 - Line a 9x13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.

03 - Stir the peppermint extract into the melted dark chocolate until well combined.

04 - Pour the melted dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer about 1/4 inch thick.

05 - Melt the white chocolate using the same method, being careful not to overheat.

06 - Drop spoonfuls of melted white chocolate randomly over the dark chocolate layer.

07 - Use a skewer or toothpick to swirl the white chocolate into the dark chocolate, creating a marbled effect.

08 - Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies evenly over the top.

09 - Refrigerate for about 45 minutes, or until completely set and firm.

10 - Break the bark into pieces and store in an airtight container at cool room temperature or in the refrigerator.

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The contrast between bittersweet dark chocolate and creamy white chocolate hits every craving at once
Breaking bark into jagged pieces feels satisfyingly rustic and looks gorgeous on any platter

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White chocolate burns notoriously fast—microwave in fifteen second intervals and stir between each, even if it looks like nothing is happening yet
If your chocolate seizes and turns grainy, whisk in a tiny bit of vegetable oil to bring it back to smooth consistency

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Adding a tiny pinch of sea salt over the white chocolate swirls creates unexpected flavor bursts that cut through the sweetness
Freeze dried fruit or chopped nuts can replace crushed candies for an entirely different seasonal variation