Festive chocolate bark layered with dark and white chocolate, topped with peppermint, nuts, and dried fruit.
# Components:
→ Chocolate Base
01 - 14 oz high-quality dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa), chopped
02 - 7 oz white chocolate, chopped
→ Toppings
03 - 2 oz crushed peppermint candies
04 - 2 oz roasted, salted pistachios, roughly chopped
05 - 2 oz dried cranberries
06 - 1.4 oz toasted coconut flakes
07 - 2 tbsp festive sprinkles (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or microwave in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth.
03 - Pour the melted dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly to a thickness of approximately 1/5 inch using a spatula.
04 - Melt the white chocolate in a separate heatproof bowl using the same method until smooth.
05 - Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the dark chocolate layer, then swirl gently with a skewer or knife to create a marbled pattern.
06 - Evenly sprinkle peppermint candies, pistachios, dried cranberries, toasted coconut flakes, and sprinkles over the chocolate surface.
07 - Press the toppings lightly into the chocolate to ensure they adhere.
08 - Refrigerate for at least 40 minutes until the chocolate is fully set.
09 - Once firm, break the bark into irregular shards and arrange on a serving platter or package for gifting.
