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Christmas Chocolate Bark

A quick and festive treat that's easy to make for holiday gatherings. This chocolate bark can be customized with your choice of toppings, making it a versatile holiday snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces Chocolate (dark, milk, or white) Use chips or bars; mix types for a fancier bark.
  • Toppings (roasted nuts, sprinkles, toffee bits, crushed candy canes, broken pretzels) Use whatever is available in the pantry.
  • Dried fruit (cranberries, apricots, cherries) Adds color and tang.
  • 1 pinch Sea salt Enhances flavor.
  • Optional toppings (mini marshmallows, festive M&Ms, coconut flakes) Customize as desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in short bursts.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Pour the melted chocolate onto the lined baking sheet and spread it into a rough rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  4. While the chocolate is still glossy, add your toppings generously.
Setting
  1. Place the tray in the refrigerator for about 45 minutes or until firm.
  2. Once set, break the chocolate into shards.

Notes

Let toppings stick while the chocolate is still gooey. Avoid using chocolate chips straight from the bag when melting; opt for baking chocolate instead. Press larger toppings in gently. The bark can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature or two weeks in the fridge.