5-Ingredient Peppermint Bark

The best peppermint bark of your life is just five ingredients away. This peppermint bark recipe will become a holiday tradition in your household.

Peppermint Bark Ingredients

You'll need just five ingredients to make the easiest peppermint bark recipe ever:

• Semisweet chocolate: You'll need semisweet chocolate for the bottom layer. You could also use milk or dark chocolate. Make sure you use high-quality chocolate for this recipe!
• White chocolate: The top layer starts with white chocolate. Again, opt for a high-quality brand for most decadent results.
• Oil: A neutral oil, such as canola oil, adds shine and prevents the peppermint extract from seizing up.
• Peppermint extract: Peppermint extract lends flavor. A little goes a long way, so don't be too heavy-handed.
• Peppermint candies: Of course, you'll need crushed peppermint candies or candy canes for this peppermint bark recipe. They add festive color, minty flavor, and a welcome crunch.

How to Make Peppermint Bark

You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this incredibly easy peppermint bark:

1. Make the bottom layer: Melt the semisweet chocolate with canola oil. Pour into the prepared pan. Stir in ¼ teaspoon of the peppermint extract. Refrigerate until hard.
2. Make the top layer: Melt the white chocolate with canola oil. Stir in the remaining extract. Pour over the hardened bottom layer, then sprinkle with crushed candy.
3. Break into pieces: Let the peppermint bark cool and harden completely in the refrigerator. Once it's hard, break it into pieces.

How to Store Peppermint Bark

Transfer the peppermint bark to a shallow, airtight container. Store for up to three days at room temperature or up to a week in the refrigerator.

Can You Freeze Peppermint Bark?

Yes! You can freeze peppermint bark for up to six months. Arrange the pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet, flash freeze for a few hours or up to overnight, then transfer the pieces to a zip-top bag or freezer-safe container. Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature.

Cookdap Community Tips and Praise

"These turned out great," raves MISSMOON. "I bagged these into decorative goodie bags and delivered them to the school and daycare teachers from my kids. Awesome, easy to make, and it doesn’t hurt my wallet!"

"I didn’t have any mint extract, so when I crushed the candies, I sifted them and took all the crumbs that fell through and melted them with the white chocolate," says mintiefresh33133. "Then I sprinkled the rest on top and it was delicious!"

"PERFECT," according to Ivy. "Tasted exactly like what you’d buy in the stores! Can’t wait to share this with my friends and family."