Peppermint Bark Treat (Print-Friendly Version)
Smooth vanilla layers topped with crunchy peppermint for a festive and crowd-pleasing snack.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Base
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450 grams of broken vanilla-flavored candy coating (almond bark)
→ Topping
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24 hard peppermint candies
# How to Make It:
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Cover a baking sheet with either waxed paper, aluminum foil, or parchment paper to create a smooth surface.
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In a large bowl that's safe for the microwave, throw in your candy coating pieces. Heat in the microwave without a lid for about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until nearly melted. Keep stirring until it’s perfectly smooth.
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Put the peppermint candies in a sturdy plastic bag. Smash them using a rolling pin or the bottom of a heavy pot until they’re finely crumbled.
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Use a wire strainer to pour in the crushed candies. Sift over the melted candy coating, letting only the tiniest bits drop into the mix. Keep the bigger chunks aside.
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Give the melted coating a good stir to mix in the fine peppermint bits. Pour this mixture onto the lined baking sheet and spread it out evenly.
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Evenly distribute the larger peppermint pieces over the melted layer.
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Let the bark cool off and firm up at room temperature for about an hour. Once it's set, break it into smaller pieces.
# Extra Information:
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To get clean breaks, score the bark with a knife before it's completely set.