Mint Chocolate Bark Swirl (Printable)

Festive treat combining dark chocolate, peppermint, and white chocolate swirls for a refreshing flavor.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolate Base

01 - 10.5 oz dark or semisweet chocolate, chopped
02 - 5.25 oz white chocolate, chopped

→ Flavorings

03 - 1/2 tsp pure peppermint extract

→ Garnish

04 - 1/3 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
05 - 1 tbsp mini chocolate chips
06 - Fresh mint leaves for decoration

# How-To Steps:

01 - Line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
02 - Place chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of gently simmering water, stirring continuously until completely smooth and glossy. Alternatively, microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each burst.
03 - Remove the melted dark chocolate from heat source and immediately stir in the peppermint extract until evenly distributed.
04 - Pour the seasoned dark chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet. Using an offset spatula, spread into a uniform rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick, ensuring even coverage.
05 - Melt the white chocolate using the same double boiler method or microwave technique, stirring until completely smooth and fluid.
06 - Drop spoonfuls of melted white chocolate randomly over the dark chocolate base. Using a skewer or toothpick, gently swirl through both chocolates in circular or linear motions to create a marbled pattern.
07 - Immediately sprinkle crushed peppermint candies and mini chocolate chips over the surface while chocolate is still melted. Press lightly with fingertips to ensure toppings adhere properly.
08 - Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, or until the bark is completely firm and breaks cleanly when tested.
09 - Break the chilled bark into irregular pieces of desired size. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at cool room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The marble effect makes it look like you spent hours, though it comes together in under 20 minutes of active time
  • Dark chocolate cuts through the sweetness while white chocolate adds creamy contrast
  • It keeps for weeks, making it perfect for advance holiday prep or unexpected guests
02 -
  • Even a single drop of water in melting chocolate will cause it to seize and become grainy, so keep all equipment completely dry
  • If your chocolate seizes, whisking in a teaspoon of coconut oil can sometimes rescue it
  • The swirling step works best when both chocolates are slightly warm but not hot—too cold and they wont blend, too hot and the marble effect disappears
03 -
  • Chop your chocolate into roughly uniform pieces before melting for even heating and smoother results
  • Room temperature is ideal for serving—refrigerated bark can lose some of its nuanced flavor and snap

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