{"id":337436,"date":"2025-12-10T08:51:54","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T08:51:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/homemade-peppermint-bark-carlsbad-cravings\/"},"modified":"2025-12-10T08:51:54","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T08:51:54","slug":"homemade-peppermint-bark-carlsbad-cravings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436","title":{"rendered":"Homemade Peppermint Bark &#8211; Carlsbad Cravings"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>You\u2019ll love this peppermint bark recipe because it delivers all the festive holiday magic \u2014 creamy chocolate, cool peppermint crunch, and that irresistible \u201cone more piece\u201d flavor \u2014 and it\u2019s totally foolproof with chocolate that never seizes, scorches, or separates.  With clear step-by-step photos and expert tips, you\u2019ll breeze through the process and create gift-worthy bark on your very first try!<\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"2400\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-01.jpg\" alt=\"peppermint bark recipe stacked showing the layers of white and dark chocolate\" class=\"wp-image-113338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-01.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-01-375x750.jpg 375w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-01-768x1536.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-01-1024x2048.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box113327_df0b94-6d\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap info-box-link kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\">\n<h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\">Why you\u2019ll love this Peppermint Bark<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_418846-9c kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_488c8a-d7 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Foolproof layers that don\u2019t separate<\/strong> thanks to the right chocolate, proper tempering, and smart technique.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_598fa5-b6 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Zero scorching: <\/strong>Adding a touch of vegetable oil to the melting chocolate helps prevent scorching or seizing, ensuring it stays smooth, glossy, and easy to pour.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_24259e-b1 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Perfectly balanced mint flavor<\/strong> \u2014 refreshing without being overpowering.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_02c0c9-3c kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Ultra-crisp snap<\/strong> from quality chocolate and proper cooling, just like gourmet bark.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_e9b564-f2 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Quick and easy<\/strong> \u2014 only a handful of ingredients and minimal hands-on time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_2442a6-5f kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Make-ahead friendly<\/strong> and stays fresh for weeks, making it ideal for gifting and entertaining.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_31ee2f-1e kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Customizable<\/strong> with endless mix-ins and flavor variations (dark chocolate, pretzel, Oreo, etc.).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"chocolate peppermint bark being served on a platter\" class=\"wp-image-113336\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-3-375x563.jpg 375w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-3.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-3.jpg\" alt=\"chocolate peppermint bark being served on a platter\" class=\"wp-image-113336\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-3-375x563.jpg 375w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box113327_630461-b0\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap info-box-link kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\">\n<h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\">Peppermint Bark Recipe Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Let\u2019s take a closer look at what you need to make this recipe <em>(measurements in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_8f7a56-8f kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_8a190b-1c kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>White chocolate: <\/strong> Use high-quality white chocolate bars rather than chips \u2014 chips contain stabilizers that prevent smooth melting. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_aede5f-22 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate: <\/strong>Choose real chocolate bars for the best melt and snap. Semi-sweet gives classic balance, while bittersweet adds a deeper, richer contrast to the peppermint. I like to use a combination of both. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_89523a-83 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Vegetable oil or coconut oil:<\/strong> A small splash of oil helps the chocolate melt silkier and spread more smoothly without seizing. Coconut oil adds a subtle sweetness and helps the bark firm up with a clean snap; vegetable oil keeps the flavor neutral. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_1ba1d1-76 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Peppermint extract: <\/strong>Use pure peppermint extract rather than \u201cmint extract,\u201d which can taste like spearmint. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_4a601c-2e kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Candy canes: <\/strong>You\u2019ll need about eight candy canes for this recipe, or \u00bd cup.  I find it easier to use a large candy cane than to unwrap lots of individual ones. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"578\" alt=\"top view of peppermint bark ingredients: semi sweet baking chocolate, white baking chocolate, candy canes, peppermint extract, vegetable oil\" class=\"wp-image-113340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-6-375x181.jpg 375w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-6.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"578\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-6.jpg\" alt=\"top view of peppermint bark ingredients: semi sweet baking chocolate, white baking chocolate, candy canes, peppermint extract, vegetable oil\" class=\"wp-image-113340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-6-375x181.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box113327_f80ff4-de\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap info-box-link kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\">\n<h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\">How to MAke Peppermint Bark<\/h2>\n<p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Let\u2019s take a closer look at how to make this recipe with step-by-step photos <em>(full recipe in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_c01511-e5 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_6d4f26-7b kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Step 1: Chop and Melt Semi-Sweet Chocolate. <\/strong>Chop the chocolate finely in a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4aAxEam\">food processor\u00a0<\/a>(so easy!) or chop by hand.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_4956e0-18 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default kt-svg-icon-list-level-1\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Transfer to a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/48GmBKy\">medium microwave-safe bowl\u00a0<\/a>with \u00bd teaspoon vegetable oil.\u00a0 Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then microwave in 15-second increments,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Y8bFAc\">stirring<\/a>\u00a0between each increment, until melted and smooth. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_374f90-15 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default kt-svg-icon-list-level-1\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Stir in \u00bd teaspoon peppermint extract.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by chopping chocolate in a food processor, then combining with vegetable oil, then microwaving and whisking until melted and smooth\" class=\"wp-image-113341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7-375x250.jpg 375w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7.jpg\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by chopping chocolate in a food processor, then combining with vegetable oil, then microwaving and whisking until melted and smooth\" class=\"wp-image-113341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7-375x250.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_4604bf-b4 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_e1e9f1-e8 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Step 2: Spread.\u00a0<\/strong>Spread the chocolate evenly over the parchment paper using an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4phpgkJ\">offset spatula<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_955c61-fd kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Step 3: Refrigerate.\u00a0<\/strong>Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set partially. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by spreading the chocolate in the bottom of a 9x13 parchment paper lined baking dish\" class=\"wp-image-113342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7-1-375x250.jpg 375w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7-1.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7-1.jpg\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by spreading the chocolate in the bottom of a 9x13 parchment paper lined baking dish\" class=\"wp-image-113342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-7-1-375x250.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_42d510-f8 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_9fa6ad-cd kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Step 4: Chop and Melt White Chocolate.\u00a0<\/strong>Chop the chocolate finely in a<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4aAxEam\">\u00a0food processor\u00a0<\/a>or chop by hand.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_7568df-a2 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default kt-svg-icon-list-level-1\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Transfer to a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/48GmBKy\">medium microwave-safe bowl,<\/a>\u00a0then add one teaspoon vegetable oil.\u00a0 Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then microwave in 15-second increments,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Y8bFAc\">stirring<\/a>\u00a0in between, until melted and smooth <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by chopping white chocolate baking bars in a food processor, then combining with vegetable oil, then microwaving and whisking until melted and smooth\" class=\"wp-image-113343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-8-375x250.jpg 375w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-8.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-8.jpg\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by chopping white chocolate baking bars in a food processor, then combining with vegetable oil, then microwaving and whisking until melted and smooth\" class=\"wp-image-113343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-8-375x250.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_a04a46-23 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_3c2fa6-1f kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Step 5: Add Candy Canes. <\/strong> Stir in \u00bc teaspoon peppermint extract and \u00bc cup crushed candy canes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by stirring in chopped candy canes\" class=\"wp-image-113344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-9-375x250.jpg 375w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-9.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-9.jpg\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by stirring in chopped candy canes\" class=\"wp-image-113344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-9-375x250.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_d9febd-d2 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_8bf6e0-24 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Step 6: Layer.\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4phpgkJ\">Spread\u00a0<\/a>the white chocolate over the semisweet chocolate layer. Sprinkle with the remaining crushed candy canes and gently press them in.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by spreading melted white chocolate over the chocolate layer and sprinkling with crushed candy canes\" class=\"wp-image-113346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-10a.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-10a-375x250.jpg 375w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-10a.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-10a.jpg\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by spreading melted white chocolate over the chocolate layer and sprinkling with crushed candy canes\" class=\"wp-image-113346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-10a.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-10a-375x250.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_6c0879-04 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_3a6825-ff kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong style=\"letter-spacing: 0.05em; background-color: rgb(230, 235, 238);\">Step 7: Refrigerate<\/strong><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.05em; background-color: rgb(230, 235, 238);\">.\u00a0Refrigerate for 30-40 minutes or until the chocolate is completely set.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by letting the bark rest until set in a 9x13 pan\" class=\"wp-image-113347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-11.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-11-375x250.jpg 375w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-11.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-11.jpg\" alt=\"showing how to make peppermint bark by letting the bark rest until set in a 9x13 pan\" class=\"wp-image-113347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-11.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-11-375x250.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_c87284-45 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_29bdba-34 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Step 8: <\/strong><strong style=\"letter-spacing: 0.05em; background-color: rgb(230, 235, 238);\">Serve<\/strong>.<span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.05em; background-color: rgb(230, 235, 238);\"> Either break pieces by hand (for irregular shapes), or let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes, then cut into squares with a sharp knife.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"top view of homemade peppermint bark in a tin for gifting  \" class=\"wp-image-113335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-2-375x563.jpg 375w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-2.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-2.jpg\" alt=\"top view of homemade peppermint bark in a tin for gifting  \" class=\"wp-image-113335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-2-375x563.jpg 375w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box113327_a48c54-21\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap info-box-link kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\">\n<h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\">Easy Peppermint Bark TIPS<\/h2>\n<p class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-text\">Here are foolproof Peppermint Bark Tips to help get glossy chocolate, clean layers, and perfect crunch every time:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_7fd632-35 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_4199f8-82 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Dry, cool surfaces only: <\/strong>Moisture makes chocolate seize and peppermint bleed. Keep bowls, spatulas, and pans completely dry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_f68dbb-09 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Avoid overheating:<\/strong> Gently melt each chocolate layer; scorching will cause a grainy texture or seizing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_e9914c-2d kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Let each layer almost set<\/strong>: Pour the white chocolate when the darker layer is mostly firm but still slightly tacky, so the layers bond without separating.  This should be after refrigerating the first layer for 10 minutes \u2013 NO MORE!<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_28be1c-b6 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Tap the pan<\/strong>: Lightly tap the baking pan on the counter to smooth the chocolate and eliminate air bubbles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_63458a-c6 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Chill briefly, not too long<\/strong>: Refrigerate just until set; over-chilling can cause the chocolate to crack.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box113327_c39f2c-01\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap info-box-link kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\">\n<h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\">Homemade Peppermint Bark variations<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_2d6b4f-3d kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_d731c8-d3 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark<\/strong>: Use all dark chocolate for a deeper, richer flavor that balances the sweetness of the peppermint.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_39d5fd-b0 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Oreo Peppermint Bark<\/strong>: Stir crushed Oreos into the white chocolate and top with extra pieces + candy canes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_ccae96-d8 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Peppermint Pretzel Bark<\/strong>: Add a layer of pretzel pieces under the chocolate for a salty-sweet crunch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_bef98e-01 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Andes Mint Bark<\/strong>: Mix chopped Andes mints into the dark chocolate layer and sprinkle extra on top for a creamy, mint-on-mint twist.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_664e2e-65 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Toasted Coconut Peppermint Bark<\/strong>: Sprinkle lightly toasted coconut between or on top of the layers for a tropical holiday spin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_e4ff70-f0 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Hot Cocoa Peppermint Bark<\/strong>: Mix mini marshmallows into the white chocolate and top with more marshmallows + candy cane dust.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"top view of best peppermint bark recipe being served on a platter  \" class=\"wp-image-113337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-4-375x563.jpg 375w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-4.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-4.jpg\" alt=\"top view of best peppermint bark recipe being served on a platter  \" class=\"wp-image-113337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-4-375x563.jpg 375w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-infobox kt-info-box113327_6cedb7-ab\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap info-box-link kt-blocks-info-box-media-align-top kt-info-halign-center\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"kt-infobox-textcontent\">\n<h2 class=\"kt-blocks-info-box-title\">How to serve Chocolate Peppermint Bark<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items113327_7cb5f3-d9 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\">\n<ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_aaca11-0c kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Serve alongside <a href=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/sugar-cookie\/\">cookies<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/poke-turtle-brownies-recipe\/\">brownies<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/oreo-truffles\/\">truffles<\/a><\/strong> on a holiday dessert board.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_f5dd80-f6 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Use as a garnish<\/strong>: crumble over <a href=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/homemade-hot-chocolate\/\">hot chocolate,<\/a> mochas, ice cream, or peppermint milkshakes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_2ea896-50 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Package in clear bags or tins<\/strong> with a ribbon for gifting at parties, cookie exchanges, or teacher\/neighbor gifts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-113327_437ca5-da kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_checkCircle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><default:path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><default:polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/default:svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><strong>Add to a hot cocoa bar<\/strong>\u2014let guests stir in a shard for a melty mint-chocolate swirl.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"peppermint bark recipe served in a Christmas tin\" class=\"wp-image-113334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-1a.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-1a-375x563.jpg 375w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-1a-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-1a.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-1a.jpg\" alt=\"peppermint bark recipe served in a Christmas tin\" class=\"wp-image-113334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-1a.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-1a-375x563.jpg 375w, https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Peppermint-Bark-1a-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-gray-1-background-color has-background\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-want-to-try-this-peppermint-bark-recipe\">WANT TO TRY THIS Peppermint Bark RECIPE?<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-pin-it-nbsp-to-your-recipe-board-to-save-for-later\">PIN IT\u00a0to your recipe BOARD TO SAVE FOR LATER!<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-find-me-on-pinterest-nbsp-for-more-great-recipes-nbsp-i-am-always-pinning\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/carlsbadcraving\/\">FIND ME ON PINTEREST<\/a>\u00a0FOR MORE GREAT RECIPES!\u00a0 I AM ALWAYS PINNING :)!<\/h4>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\u00a9Carlsbad Cravings\u00a0by CarlsbadCravings.com<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-113382\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"113382\" data-servings=\"32\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-carlsbad-cravings\"> <!-- .wprm-template-cc-header --><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-template-cc-body\">\n<div class=\"wprm-save-details\">\n<h2>Save This Recipe To Your Recipe Box<\/h2>\n<p>You can now create an account on our site and save your favorite recipes all in one place!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\t <!-- .wprm-template-cc-description-and-actions --><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-113382-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-113382-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"113382\" data-servings=\"32\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">12<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">white chocolate baking bars<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">12<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate baking bars<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(I use half and half)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vegetable oil or coconut oil,<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">divided<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3\/4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">peppermint extract,<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">divided<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">crushed candy canes,<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">divided (about 8)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-113382-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-113382-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"113382\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Chop Candy Canes:<\/strong> Chop the candy canes into fine pieces before you begin.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Prepare Pan: <\/strong>Line a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4rGJ6HY\" rel=\"nofollow\">9\u00d713 baking pan<\/a> with parchment paper. I spray the pan&#8217;s crevices with nonstick cooking spray before adding the parchment to help the paper stay in place. You can also spread the chocolate freely on parchment without a baking pan. Set aside.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Chop Semi-Sweet Chocolate: <\/strong>Chop the semisweet\/bittersweet chocolate finely in a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4aAxEam\" rel=\"nofollow\">food processor <\/a>(so easy!) or chop by hand.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Melt Semi-Sweet Chocolate: <\/strong>Transfer the chopped chocolate to a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/48GmBKy\" rel=\"nofollow\">medium microwave-safe bowl <\/a>with \u00bd teaspoon vegetable oil.\u00a0 Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then microwave in 15-second increments, <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Y8bFAc\" rel=\"nofollow\">stirring<\/a> between each increment, until melted and smooth. Stir in \u00bd teaspoon peppermint extract.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Spread Semi-Sweet Chocolate: <\/strong>Spread the chocolate evenly over the parchment paper using an <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4phpgkJ\" rel=\"nofollow\">offset spatula<\/a>.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Refrigerate: <\/strong>Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set partially. Meanwhile, prepare the white chocolate (below). Do NOT refrigerate for longer than 10 minutes, or the chocolate can set, and the white chocolate will not stick to it\/the layers will separate.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Chop White Chocolate: <\/strong>Chop the white chocolate finely in a<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4aAxEam\" rel=\"nofollow\"> food processor <\/a>or chop by hand.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Melt White Chocolate:<\/strong> Transfer the chopped white chocolate to a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/48GmBKy\" rel=\"nofollow\">medium microwave-safe bowl,<\/a> then add 1 teaspoon vegetable oil.\u00a0 Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then microwave in 15-second increments, <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Y8bFAc\" rel=\"nofollow\">stirring<\/a> in between, until melted and smooth (Don&#8217;t overcook, as white chocolate can scorch easily). Stir in \u00bc teaspoon peppermint extract and \u00bc cup crushed candy canes.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Layer:<\/strong> Drizzle then <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4phpgkJ\" rel=\"nofollow\">spread <\/a>the white chocolate over the semisweet chocolate layer. Sprinkle with the remaining crushed candy canes and gently press them in.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Refrigerate:<\/strong> Refrigerate for 30-40 minutes or until the chocolate is completely set.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-113382-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Serve: <\/strong>To serve, either break pieces by hand (for irregular shapes), or let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes, then cut into squares with a sharp knife.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- .wprm-template-cc-body --><\/p>\n<p> <!-- .wprm-template-cc-footer --><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"did-you-make-this-recipe\">\n<div class=\"did-you-make-this-recipe__logomark\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"56\" height=\"55\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/carlsbadcravings.com\/wp-content\/themes\/carlsbad-cravings-2020\/assets\/images\/logomark.svg\"\/><\/div>\n<p>Did You Make This Recipe?<\/p>\n<p>Tag @CarlsbadCravings and Use #CarlsbadCravngs<\/p>\n<p>Leave a Review, I Always Love Hearing From You!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .did-you-make-this-recipe --><\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ll love this peppermint bark recipe because it delivers all the festive holiday magic \u2014 creamy chocolate, cool peppermint crunch, and that irresistible \u201cone more piece\u201d flavor \u2014 and it\u2019s totally foolproof with chocolate that never seizes, scorches, or separates. With clear step-by-step photos and expert tips, you\u2019ll breeze through the process and create gift-worthy [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":337437,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[162232,162233,162234,162235,97979,162236],"tags":[3050,112410,40918,9936,10717],"dealstore":[],"offerexpiration":[],"class_list":["post-337436","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-christmas-cookie-cravings","category-christmas-cravings","category-christmas-dessert-cravings","category-delicious-dessert-recipes","category-holiday","category-misc-dessert-cravings","tag-bark","tag-carlsbad","tag-cravings","tag-homemade","tag-peppermint"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Homemade Peppermint Bark - Carlsbad Cravings - Som2ny Network<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Homemade Peppermint Bark - Carlsbad Cravings - Som2ny Network\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"You\u2019ll love this peppermint bark recipe because it delivers all the festive holiday magic \u2014 creamy chocolate, cool peppermint crunch, and that irresistible \u201cone more piece\u201d flavor \u2014 and it\u2019s totally foolproof with chocolate that never seizes, scorches, or separates. With clear step-by-step photos and expert tips, you\u2019ll breeze through the process and create gift-worthy [&hellip;]\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Som2ny Network\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2025-12-10T08:51:54+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-5.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1200\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1800\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"admin\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"admin\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"6 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"admin\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#\/schema\/person\/b85e3c3dc0e1daea076524dc8810c371\"},\"headline\":\"Homemade Peppermint Bark &#8211; Carlsbad Cravings\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-12-10T08:51:54+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436\"},\"wordCount\":1303,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-5.jpg\",\"keywords\":[\"Bark\",\"Carlsbad\",\"Cravings\",\"Homemade\",\"Peppermint\"],\"articleSection\":[\"christmas cookie cravings\",\"Christmas Cravings\",\"christmas dessert cravings\",\"Delicious Dessert Recipes\",\"holiday\",\"Misc. Dessert cravings\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436\",\"name\":\"Homemade Peppermint Bark - Carlsbad Cravings - Som2ny Network\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-5.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-12-10T08:51:54+00:00\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-5.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-5.jpg\",\"width\":1200,\"height\":1800},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?bp_activities=1\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Homemade Peppermint Bark &#8211; Carlsbad Cravings\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/\",\"name\":\"Som2ny Network\",\"description\":\"Daily Deals\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Som2ny Network\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/4a0953c4-logo-300x86-1.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/4a0953c4-logo-300x86-1.png\",\"width\":300,\"height\":86,\"caption\":\"Som2ny Network\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"}},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#\/schema\/person\/b85e3c3dc0e1daea076524dc8810c371\",\"name\":\"admin\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/729ae85bf62b9917e93538db2f2688ca?s=96&r=g&default=https%3A%2F%2Ffivemor.com%2Fwp-content%2Fplugins%2Fbuddypress-first-letter-avatar%2Fimages%2Fdefault%2F96%2Flatin_a.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/729ae85bf62b9917e93538db2f2688ca?s=96&r=g&default=https%3A%2F%2Ffivemor.com%2Fwp-content%2Fplugins%2Fbuddypress-first-letter-avatar%2Fimages%2Fdefault%2F96%2Flatin_a.png\",\"caption\":\"admin\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\"],\"url\":\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?author=1\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Homemade Peppermint Bark - Carlsbad Cravings - Som2ny Network","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Homemade Peppermint Bark - Carlsbad Cravings - Som2ny Network","og_description":"You\u2019ll love this peppermint bark recipe because it delivers all the festive holiday magic \u2014 creamy chocolate, cool peppermint crunch, and that irresistible \u201cone more piece\u201d flavor \u2014 and it\u2019s totally foolproof with chocolate that never seizes, scorches, or separates. With clear step-by-step photos and expert tips, you\u2019ll breeze through the process and create gift-worthy [&hellip;]","og_url":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436","og_site_name":"Som2ny Network","article_published_time":"2025-12-10T08:51:54+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1200,"height":1800,"url":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-5.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"admin","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"admin","Est. reading time":"6 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436"},"author":{"name":"admin","@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#\/schema\/person\/b85e3c3dc0e1daea076524dc8810c371"},"headline":"Homemade Peppermint Bark &#8211; Carlsbad Cravings","datePublished":"2025-12-10T08:51:54+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436"},"wordCount":1303,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-5.jpg","keywords":["Bark","Carlsbad","Cravings","Homemade","Peppermint"],"articleSection":["christmas cookie cravings","Christmas Cravings","christmas dessert cravings","Delicious Dessert Recipes","holiday","Misc. Dessert cravings"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436","url":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436","name":"Homemade Peppermint Bark - Carlsbad Cravings - Som2ny Network","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-5.jpg","datePublished":"2025-12-10T08:51:54+00:00","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-5.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/peppermint-bark-5.jpg","width":1200,"height":1800},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=337436#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?bp_activities=1"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Homemade Peppermint Bark &#8211; Carlsbad Cravings"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#website","url":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/","name":"Som2ny Network","description":"Daily Deals","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#organization","name":"Som2ny Network","url":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/4a0953c4-logo-300x86-1.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/4a0953c4-logo-300x86-1.png","width":300,"height":86,"caption":"Som2ny Network"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#\/schema\/person\/b85e3c3dc0e1daea076524dc8810c371","name":"admin","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/729ae85bf62b9917e93538db2f2688ca?s=96&r=g&default=https%3A%2F%2Ffivemor.com%2Fwp-content%2Fplugins%2Fbuddypress-first-letter-avatar%2Fimages%2Fdefault%2F96%2Flatin_a.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/729ae85bf62b9917e93538db2f2688ca?s=96&r=g&default=https%3A%2F%2Ffivemor.com%2Fwp-content%2Fplugins%2Fbuddypress-first-letter-avatar%2Fimages%2Fdefault%2F96%2Flatin_a.png","caption":"admin"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/fivemor.com"],"url":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?author=1"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/337436","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=337436"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/337436\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/337437"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=337436"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=337436"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=337436"},{"taxonomy":"dealstore","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fdealstore&post=337436"},{"taxonomy":"offerexpiration","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fofferexpiration&post=337436"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}